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Phoenix Trail Races

Name: Phoenix Trail Races
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17
Location: London

London, Canada • 17 Oct 2026

Phoenix Trail Races

The event takes place on October 17, 2026 at Watson Porter Pavilion, Fanshawe Conservation Area in London, Ontario, Canada. The course uses the main Fanshawe Lake Trail with added sections near the dam to reach the listed distances.

Distances offered are:

25K Walk/Hike (In-Person)
25K Trail Run (In-Person)
50K Trail Run (In-Person)

The 25K course is one loop of the main lake trail with add-ons near the dam. The 50K consists of two loops of the same 25K course. Aid stations are located at approximately every 5 kilometres. A timed finish is provided.

Registration includes admission to Fanshawe Conservation Area, a shirt for some registration periods, a finisher medal, a post race meal and race photos. Safety and medical support are provided on site. The event has limited spots and uses multiple pricing periods for registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada Ontario London

Race information

Website Registration

50 km

50k Trail Run

25 km

25k Walk/hike

25 km

25k Trail Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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