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The Howling Ghost Trail Race

Aylmer, Canada • 27 Sep 2025

The Howling Ghost Trail Race is an annual trail running event held at the Springwater Conservation Area in Aylmer, Ontario, about 40 minutes from London. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, the race offers multiple distances: 8k, 16k, and 24k loops through the scenic Carolinian forest. A new Night Howl 8k race requires headlamps, and participants can also take on a Day/Night Challenge by running both day and night events.

The course features wide, groomed, and runnable trails suitable for all levels. Amenities include aid stations, free race photos, finisher medals, and swag. The event supports the Children's Health Foundation and encourages costumes with prizes for best outfits. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada Ontario Aylmer

Race information

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24 km
Day/night 24k/8k
24 km
Backroads Brews + Shoes 24k
16 km
16k
16 km
Day/night 16k/8k
8 km
Night Howl 8k
8 km
Day/night 8k/8k
8 km
Day/night 8k/8k (+ Backroads Bus)
8 km
New Era Grafix 8k
8 km
New Era Grafix 8k (+ Backroads Bus)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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