Campobello Coastal Challenge

Campobello Coastal Challenge

The event takes place on Campobello Island with a start area at Roosevelt Campobello International Park. It is organized in partnership with Roosevelt Campobello International Park, Herring Cove Provincial Park and Dutch Viking Events. A portion of registrations will be donated to the Campobello Island food bank.

Distances offered

• 10 km
• 25 km
• 50 km

Routes run across varied coastal terrain including forested trails, rocky beaches, coastal cliffs and bog boardwalks. The 25 km and 50 km courses begin in the historic core of Roosevelt Campobello International Park, cross rocky outcrops and tidal bogs, continue into Herring Cove Provincial Park for an approximately 2.7 km beach section, then return to trails through old growth Acadian Forest to finish at the start. The 50 km is two laps of the 25 km loop. The 10 km follows part of the 25 km loop before turning inland and joining the common final leg.

Wildlife such as bald eagles, seals, porpoises and whales may be visible from the route. Aid stations on the 25 km course are located at 8 km, 12.7 km and 19.3 km; the 10 km course has an aid station around 5 km. Water, Skratch and assorted nutrition will be provided.

Race kit pickup is available at Herring Cove campground on Friday evening and near the start/finish at Roosevelt Campobello International Park on Saturday morning. The event is cup-less so participants must bring their own cup, bottle or bladder. The race is chip-timed, offers participant swag and prizes for top male and female finishers, and includes a free kids run. Dogs and strollers are not allowed. There are no race day registrations and no refunds or deferrals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.