Ottawa
Trail Running Calendar near Ottawa 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Ottawa for 2026-2027! We've gathered 10 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Backyard Ultra in Outaouais on September 19, 2026 at a new site in Centre Nakkertok Sud with 100 percent forest trail and autumn colors.
Cross country races for men and women at Mooneys Bay Park in Ottawa on September 26 2026, with age-based divisions and university/open entry rules.
October 2026
A community-centered backyard ultra in Manotick Ontario featuring repeating loop racing plus 1 km and 5 km events and a community-oriented atmosphere.
A Halloween theme night run in Gatineau on 24 October 2026 offering 1 km, 2 km, 5 km and 10 km distances with headlamp required and medals available.
Trail race on 24 October 2026 at Centre de ski Nakkertok Nordique with multiple trail distances and a discovery biathlon using laser rifles.
February 2027
A multi-day cross-country skiing event in Gatineau offering classic and freestyle races from 2 km to 50 km, with timed and untimed options.
May 2027
August 2027
An obstacle course 5K at Wesley Clover Parks with over 25 obstacles, abundant foam, mud pits, festival vendors and a free kids zone for children six and under.
Linear half-marathon and short races on La Voie Verte in Chelsea, QC with timing by Sportstats, bus transport, finisher medals and proceeds to local charities.
