The Frostbite Solstice Trail Race
Mount Hope, Canada • 19 Dec 2026
The Frostbite Solstice Trail Race 2026
The Frostbite Solstice Trail Race takes place at Marydale Park in Mount Hope, ON, Canada. The course uses an approximately 3.7 km trail loop with a mix of tree-covered trails and open field. The route includes a few short rolling hills and is often exposed to wind. The exact course alignment will be finalized before the event based on trail conditions.
Available race formats:
- Full Solstice: 8 hours 58 minutes
- Full Solstice Relay: 8 hours 58 minutes, teams up to 5 runners
- Half Solstice: 4 hours 29 minutes
- Quarter Solstice: 2 hours 15 minutes
There will be one aid station encountered every few kilometres offering water, an electrolyte drink, sweet and salty snacks, PB and J sandwiches, pickles and similar items. Events are cup-less; participants must bring a collapsible cup or bottle. THN Labs will supply gels in race kits and at aid stations; the gels list maple syrup, tahini, sea salt, and rowanberry extract as ingredients.
The organizer partners with La Sportiva, which will provide a demo fleet and footwear giveaways. The event is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario. All participants receive a finisher's medal and a crewneck sweatshirt. Proceeds benefit Hamilton Out Of The Cold.
The refund policy provides a 100% race credit for cancellations made at least 30 days before the event; cancellations within 30 days are not accommodated. Bib transfers between participants are allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.