The Devil's Key

Duntroon, Canada • 23 Aug 2025

The Devil's Key is a challenging trail running event held at Devil's Glen Country Club in Duntroon, Ontario, Canada. Sanctioned by Athletics Ontario, it offers three race distances: the Beast (66.6 km), the Half Beast (33.3 km), and the Mini Beast (15 km). The course features steep climbs and descents, including the highest point on the Bruce Trail, with cumulative elevation gains up to 6,000 feet for the longest race. Runners navigate technical terrain, crawl through the "keyhole" on the Keyhole Side Trail, and pass scenic landmarks like the Mad River and Freedom Rock. The event supports the Blue Mountains Bruce Trail Club and emphasizes a tough but memorable trail experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

66 km
1829 m+
The Beast - 66.6km
33 km
762 m+
The Half Beast - 33.3km
15 km
366 m+
The Mini Beast - 15km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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