Grit & Grind Trail Race

Dunrobin, Canada • 29 Jul 2026

Grit & Grind Trail Race: Dunrobin Edition

The event takes place on July 29, 2026 at Sheila McKee Park in Dunrobin. It is a trail race run off pavement on terrain that is overall flat but includes roots, dirt, rocks and uneven ground. The course is clearly marked.

Distances offered

  • 5 km
  • 2 km kids run (ages 5 to 12)

The kids run is designed for confident young runners; a parent or guardian may run alongside if needed. Registration includes a commemorative medal unless the Green Bib option is chosen, a personalized race bib, professional chip timing with results, and post-race snacks and beverages. Participants registered before July 20 will have their names printed on their bibs.

Published entry fees are $78.74 + HST for 5K adults, $28.13 + HST for 5K youth (ages 12 to 24), and $16.88 + HST for the kids 2K. The Green Bib does not include a medal and directs a portion of the fee to the event charity partner.

For safety, headphones, hiking poles and strollers are not permitted on course. The event is not suitable for strollers or mobility devices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Kids 2k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

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Trail races in Ottawa on June 13 2026 offering 5 km 10 km and a looped half marathon on grass sawdust and trail surfaces with limited entries and participant medals.

A backyard ultra at The Ark near Ottawa with individual, two person team and winter snowshoe formats. Loops run around 5 to 6 km and runners must return each hour to a central corral to continue.

Chip-timed trail race at Camp Fortune on June 27, 2026, offering distances from 5 km to 30 km and relay options. Registration includes post-race meal, beverage, aid stations, photographer and finisher medal.

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