Pure Grit Trail Race
Wiarton, Ontario, Canada
May 2, 2026 - Saturday
5k, 7.5k, 15k, 30k, 52.5k
Race Information
The trails are a mix of mountain bike single track and wider open double track. About 2/3 is single track. It is through rolling hills at the south end of the Bruce Peninsula.
Snacks are provided and there will be water stations at the start/lap area and near the half way point in the loop. The loop is 7.5k with runners doing it twice for 15 and four times for 30k.
It is a fund raising event to Support Georgian Bay Nordic, a competitive xc ski team.
This race is just under three hours drive from Toronto, but the scenery is worth the drive alone!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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