Falling Water Trail Marathon

Falling Water Trail Marathon 2026

The Falling Water Trail Marathon offers a specialized trail racing experience on the Beaver Valley section of the Bruce Trail. Starting and finishing at the Beaver Valley Ski Club in Eugenia, Ontario, the event is officially sanctioned by Athletics Ontario.

The course features technical terrain characterized by rocks, roots, and significant elevation changes. Runners navigate a series of steep climbs and rolling hills, passing natural landmarks such as Eugenia Falls and Hogg's Falls. The route primarily follows the Main Trail of the Bruce Trail, identified by white blazes, and crossover trails marked with blue blazes. The organization provides additional orange flags and ribbons for guidance. Poles are permitted for all participants.

Available distances include:

• Trail Marathon: Approximately 42.2 km held on Saturday, featuring nearly 1600 m of elevation gain and loss.
• Trail Half Marathon: Approximately 21 km held on Sunday, including nearly 1000 m of elevation gain.
• The Bruce Deuce: A multi-day challenge where participants complete the full marathon on Saturday and the half marathon on Sunday.

This is a cup-less event, requiring participants to carry their own collapsible cups or bottles for aid stations. Due to limited access points and challenging terrain, aid stations are placed at longer intervals. Attendance is limited to 100 participants per distance. Finishers receive medals, and all participants receive a race shirt as part of their souvenir package. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.