Phoenix Trail Races
Event details
Phoenix Trail Races takes place on October 17, 2026 at the Watson Porter Pavilion, Fanshawe Conservation Area in London, Ontario. The event is supported by BackRoads Brews + Shoes. The listed charity partner is Animalert; the fundraiser shows $129.23 raised toward a $2,000 goal (6% raised). Registration notes limited spots remaining and tiered pricing for entries.
Course and race services
The event offers the following distances:
- 25k - one loop of the Fanshawe Lake Trail with added sections near the dam
- 50k - two loops of the same route (each loop ~25k)
The course includes wide and single-track sections with surfaces such as pine chips, dirt, grass, pavement and some technical root sections. There are small changes in elevation. Aid stations are provided approximately every 5 km. Included with registration are park admission, a shirt (subject to registration tier), timed finish, safety and medical support, finisher medal, post-race meal and event photos. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.