The Ribbon Trailfest

The Ribbon Trailfest

The Ribbon Trailfest takes place June 11–15, 2027 at Glen Haffy Conservation Area in Caledon. Races follow sections of the Bruce Trail through the Caledon Hills and Dufferin Hi‑Land.

• 200 Mile
• 200 Mile Relay
• 100 Mile
• 50 Mile
• 50 km
• 23 km
• 50/50

The course uses singletrack, double track, gravel roads and multiple technical sections with significant climbing. Most races start and finish at Glen Haffy Conservation Area; the 50 Mile starts at Prince of Wales in Kilgorie and participants are bused to the top of the course. The route is marked with Bruce Trail white blazes, signs and reflective ribbons.

Approximate elevation gain figures are provided for major distances: the 200 Mile about 8,500 m, the 100 Mile about 4,200 m, and the 50 Mile about 2,000 m. Aid support includes 8–10 fully stocked aid stations spaced roughly every 15–25 km, 3–5 sleep stations and 4–6 unmanned water stations depending on weather. Aid station cutoffs apply and there is a specific cutoff at the 100 mile point for the 200 Mile event.

Logistics note that parking and camping are available on site for the weekend and that the area is within about one hour of Toronto, near Orangeville and Shelburne. Pacers are allowed for the 200 Mile and 100 Mile events only at specified aid stations and pacers may not carry gear for runners. Typical June conditions are listed as high 22C low 12C with over 15 hours of daylight. Finishers of the 200 and 100 Mile distances receive a buckle; other finishers receive medals. Additional items include a race shirt, soap, bib, timing and free high resolution photos. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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