The Chiggy Ultra

Advocate Harbour, Canada • 3 Oct 2026

The Chiggy Ultra - 2026: overview and location

The Chiggy Ultra - 2026 takes place on October 3-4, 2026 at Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, W Advocate Rd, Advocate Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada. The course uses mostly single track technical trails with substantial vertical gain. Each loop on the main course contains approximately 2200 m of vertical gain.

Race distances

  • The Rockhammer - ~9 km
  • One Loop - ~51 km
  • Two Loops - ~102 km (approx)
  • Three Loops - ~153 km (approx)

Course and on-course support

The One Loop route follows McGahey Canyon trail and a counterclockwise circuit around Cape Chignecto. One Loop includes three aid stations. Trails are described as technical and may include muddy sections. All aid stations will close on Sunday afternoon; runners still on course at that time will be managed on a case by case basis.

Entry, fees and policies

Registration fees are listed in Canadian dollars and are inclusive of mandatory charges. Example fees shown are: One Loop CA$125, Two Loops CA$175, Three Loops CA$225, The Rockhammer CA$29.26. The event policy states there are no refunds or deferrals. Transfers of bibs are permitted and are accepted up to September 26, 2025. The event notes that Race Roster Enhanced Refund Protection is available to cover issues such as injury, illness, severe weather, and other listed circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

153 km
3 Loops - 153 Km
102 km
2 Loops - 102 Km
51 km
1 Loop - 51 Km
9 km
The Rockhammer - 9 Km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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