Run the Caves
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Event overview
Run The Caves is the third annual ultra and trail race presented by Body and Mind Adventures. It takes place at Warsaw Caves Conservation Area, located at 289 Caves Road, Warsaw, ON, in the Indian River valley, about 25 minutes outside Peterborough. A portion of registration fees will be donated to the Canadian Mental Health Association. The organizer describes the event as a green, cup-free race run in partnership with Otonabee Conservation Areas staff, volunteers, and sponsors.
Course, distances, and race services
The course uses mostly single-track trails with a soft forest floor, rocks and tree roots, some sandy beach sections, and short stretches of gravel road. Scenic lookouts provide open views and wooded sections described as large, old forest growth.
Distances offered:
- 1 km Kids Run (ages 12 and under)
- 5 km Walk/Run
- 10 km Walk/Run
- 25 km Trail
- 50 km Ultra
- 15 km Virtual Run
- 25 km and 50 km Team/Duo events
The event is bib and chip timed. Prizes are awarded to the top male and female in each distance category, and hand-made race medals are offered to participants. Vegetarian chili and buns will be available at the finish area. Merchandise will be available for purchase through registration and on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
