Wimbleball Trail Races
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Wimbleball Trail Run & Canicross
The Wimbleball Trail Run & Canicross events take place on traffic-free trails around Wimbleball Lake in an Exmoor setting and form part of the wider Wimbleball Sports Festival. The races run alongside other endurance disciplines such as triathlon, lake swimming, cycling, aquabike and aquathlon.
There are dedicated canicross options and junior opportunities, with race entries offered for a range of participant types including younger runners and family groups. The events are organised by a professional event team and the courses are fully waymarked with arrows and spray chalk.
Available distances
- 5K trail run
- 10K trail run
- Under 12 Trail 5K
- 5K Canicross
- 10K Canicross
Race information is provided to participants in advance and the festival includes family-friendly facilities and a festival atmosphere created by multiple concurrent events. The organiser is transitioning toward cupless events in 2026 and has sustainability measures such as optional medals, reuse of swim hats where possible and reduced single use plastics. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.