Tobermory Trail Race
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Event overview
The Tobermory Trail Race Weekend is the event's 10th anniversary and takes place on September 12 and 13, 2026. The races are held in Bruce Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five Marine National Park. Saturday's races run along a section of the Bruce Trail heading north into Tobermory. The Sunday event is the Flowerpot Island 5k and includes a boat tour to and from the island and a post-run breakfast. The weekend supports the Tobermory Primary Place Child Care Centre; the event raised $14,815.17 in 2024 from participant and sponsor donations and event proceeds. The event acknowledges that it takes place on the traditional land of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.
Race distances and practical details
- 42 km
- 21 km
- 7 km
- 5 km (Flowerpot Island)
The Saturday 7 km and 21 km include a bus ride to their start locations. The Flowerpot Island 5k includes the boat transfer to the island; a spectator ticket option for the 5k also includes the boat ride. Entry costs listed for the weekend are: Marathon $99, Half marathon $89, 7k Run $69, 5k Run $102 (includes boat ride), and 5k Spectator $69 (includes boat ride). The schedule and terrain information are provided as separate pre-event resources. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.