Nova Scotia
Trail Running Calendar Nova Scotia 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Nova Scotia for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 17 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Nova Scotia below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
A trail loop around Victoria Park reservoir in Truro featuring a 10 km trail run and a free 1.2 km kids loop for children 12 and under.
Backyard ultra in Mabou Nova Scotia with a 4 km loop and 370 m of climb per lap, repeated hourly; camping, on-course drinks and cash prizes are provided.
A trail fundraiser in Antigonish supporting Strait Area Ground Search and Rescue with 10 km and 21 km routes, aid stations, and transport from the finish to the start.
A community apple themed 5 km through a local orchard and the Harvest Moon Trail in Paradise, Nova Scotia. Includes a children's run, volunteers on course, apple surprises at the finish and parking nearby.
October 2026
Trail event at Cape Chignecto on October 3, 2026, featuring technical single track and 2200 m vertical gain per loop.
A 5 km obstacle race in Victoria Park, Truro, with tiered registration pricing and an open category; race-day on-site registration is listed as card only.
Trail run or walk in Oxford, Nova Scotia raising funds for Pugwash Ground Search and Rescue with 5 km and 10 km trail options and a post-event barbecue.
A 50 km out and back trail run in Shearwater supporting the Christmas Daddies charity with proceeds from entry fees donated to the cause.
Experience a mix of coastal gravel paths and technical forest trails in Cole Harbour Heritage Park with 7km 14km and 21km race options.
A 13 hour trail event at Trenton Park where runners complete as many 4 to 6 km loops as they choose, with a stocked aid station and awards.
Trail runs of 10 km and 25 km on the McIntosh singletrack near Halifax with granite trails, harbour views, and an aid station on the 25 km route.
November 2026
Flyin' Nutz is a 10.4K race on 8 November 2026 in St. Margaret's Bay, listed as the season ender on the 2026 race calendar.
April 2027
A trail running event that combines map and compass orienteering in Nova Scotia on 18 April 2027 with the location announced a few days before.
June 2027
Backyard ultra at Kejimkujik National Park with hourly 6.67 km loops until one runner remains, published cash payouts and a capped field of 175.
Multi-day trail event at Wentworth Provincial Park offering 24 hour, 32 hour and 6 hour options with a cupless aid station and camping available.
August 2027
Trail races in Mabou, Cape Breton offering 46K, 86K and 162K on coastal and highland trails with staffed aid stations and mandatory safety gear.
A tidal run across the exposed ocean floor at Five Islands, Nova Scotia with 5 km, 10 km and youth options, chip timing and medals.