ECT Ultra Marathon
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About the race
The ECT 50 Ultra Marathon is a 50 km trail race held on October 24, 2026 in Pouch Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The course follows technical coastal terrain and is organized to benefit the East Coast Trail Association, with race proceeds donated to that organization.
Event logistics include race check in at Dominion Lake Avenue by Quidi Vidi Lake, where entrants may hand in a drop bag destined for the Middle Cove Beach aid station. Buses run from the check in area to the starting line in Pouch Cove. A starting-line drop is provided for items to be recovered at the finish. Drop bags must be clearly labeled with the runner's name.
Bibs will be available during the week before the event at The Outfitters downtown St. John’s location during regular store hours. Chip timing is provided by the Paradise Running Club with sponsorship support from The Outfitters.
Mandatory equipment rules require every runner to carry a cell phone and a whistle. Support is allowed only at designated aid stations. There are several staffed aid stations along the course that will provide water and electrolytes; additional food at those stations depends on volunteer contributions. This is a cupless event, so runners should carry necessary fuel and water containers. Registration for the event closed on July 1, 2026. A finish-line incentive offers a bottled tonic to participants who collect trail trash. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
