Oxbow 50k
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Event overview
The Oxbow 15/50 is a trail running event on May 2, 2026 in Spruce Woods Provincial Park, Manitoba. The event is held on the Trans-Canada, Epinette and Yellowquill Trails and is limited to 100 participants. Manual timing will be used and there is no live tracking; results will be posted on UltraSignUp after the event.
Distances
- 15k (organizers note it will be slightly longer than 15k)
- 50k
Course and race support
The 15k follows the Yellowquill Trail loop once, finishing at the Epinette Trail Head. The 50k begins with the Epinette Trails, proceeds to the Trans-Canada Trail and the Yellowquill Trails, includes a main aid station at the start/finish area, reaches the Yellowquill Trailhead parking lot (where crew and spectators may provide support), and returns for a second loop of Yellowquill. The course may be changed for safety up to race day.
Supported aid stations are placed on route. The race is cup-free at aid stations, so participants should bring their own cup if needed. Drop bags may be left along the trail or in a vehicle at the Epinette Trailhead parking lot. Runners who withdraw must do so at an aid station. Communication in the area can be difficult and emergency response may take hours.
Registration and entry
Registration opens January 25 and closes when the 100-participant cap is reached or on April 30. Fees vary by registration period (early bird, regular, late) and include processing fees and GST when registering through UltraSignUp. Entry includes course access, supported aid stations, first aid on site, an Oxbow 15/50 patch for participants, a 50k finisher T-shirt for eligible registrants, and a post-race meal. In the event of cancellation for factors beyond organizers' control there are no refunds or deferrals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.