5 Peaks - Kelso

Milton, Canada • 2 May 2026

Event overview

The 2026 5 Peaks Trail Running Series: Kelso is a trail running event on Saturday, May 2, 2026, held at Kelso Conservation Area in Milton, Ontario. The event is part of the 5 Peaks Ontario Trail Running Series. Kelso is also the site of the Glen Eden ski hill in winter and features an extensive network of trails used for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. The course includes forested trails with climbs and descents.

Distances

  • Kid's Race - 1 km
  • Kid's Race - 3 km
  • Sport Run or Hike - 6.9 km
  • Enduro Run or Hike - 13.8 km
  • Grit Run - 20.6 km

Logistics, rules and awards

Washroom facilities are available at the start/finish area. Parking is limited. Spectator viewing is concentrated around the start/finish area. The event is cup-free; water and electrolyte drink are available at the start/finish and at one or more aid stations on course. Participants expected to be out longer than an hour should carry a receptacle for drinking. The race prohibits dogs, headphones, strollers or baby joggers, and nordic walking poles on course. Swag is not included in registration prices. Optional sustainably sourced wooden finisher medals can be pre-purchased. Medals are awarded to the top three finishers by gender in each age category and to the top three overall; awards must be picked up at the event and will not be mailed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
21 Km Grit
1 Km Kids
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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