The Chiggy Ultra

Advocate Harbour, Canada • 4 Oct 2025

The Chiggy Ultra is a challenging trail running event held at Cape Chignecto Provincial Park in Advocate Harbour, Nova Scotia, known for its stunning scenery and demanding terrain. The race features multiple distances, including a 9K Rockhammer run, 19K "To the Arch and Back," 30K "To the Bunkhouse and Back," and ultra distances of one, two, or three loops around the park, with the full loop covering over 51 kilometers and 2,200 meters of vertical gain. The event boasts the highest vertical gain in the Maritimes at 6,400 meters, with technical single-track trails and significant elevation changes. It offers a rugged, scenic adventure for trail runners seeking a tough challenge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

153 km
6400 m+
Three Loops - Approx 153 Kilometers
102 km
6400 m+
Two Loops - Approx 102 Kilometers
51 km
2200 m+
One Loop - Approx 51 Kilometers
30 km
To the Bunkhouse and Back - Approx 30 Kilometers
19 km
To the Arch and Back - Approx 19 Kilometers
9 km
The Rockhammer - 9k
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