ECT Ultra Marathon
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ECT 50 Ultra Marathon
The ECT 50 Ultra Marathon is a long-distance running event held in Pouch Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador. The race features a 50 km course characterized by technical coastal terrain. Participants run along the coast with the event benefiting the East Coast Trail Association (ECTA).
The logistics of the event involve a check-in process located in Quidi Vidi. From this location, buses are provided to transport runners to the starting line in Pouch Cove. The course includes three primary aid stations situated at approximately the following intervals:
- 16.5 km at Flatrock
- 31 km at Middle Cove Beach
- 43 km at Logy Bay Marine Lab
The event is a cupless race, meaning participants are responsible for carrying their own water containers and necessary fuel. While aid stations provide water and electrolytes, any additional food is subject to volunteer contributions. Runners are required to carry a whistle and a cellphone throughout the duration of the race, and these items must be presented during check-in.
Bag drop services are available for participants. Runners can hand over a drop bag at Quidi Vidi to be accessed at the Middle Cove Beach Aid Station. Additionally, layers or items discarded at the starting line in Pouch Cove can be recovered at the finish area. Support crews are permitted to meet runners only at the designated aid stations. To encourage trail maintenance, a bottle of tonic is offered at the finish line to participants who collect trail trash or manage their own waste responsibly. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
