Seaside Showdown Series: Deadman's Bay Path 2026

Seaside Showdown Series: Deadman's Bay Path is a trail race in St. John’s that follows the Deadman’s Bay Path route from Ft. Amherst toward Blackhead. The 2026 listing includes a 10.6K option and a 9:00 AM start.

It’s a straightforward, community-oriented trail day with a route that asks runners to stay alert and pace themselves on the course. The event is part of the Seaside Showdown Series, which is built around simple race-day logistics and shared local trail experience.

For runners who like to follow the route on a device, GPX guidance is available.

For runners comparing local trail options, it fits alongside other trail races in St. John's.

The course follows a trail route from Ft. Amherst to Blackhead. It is not flagged, so runners should be comfortable following the line of the route and staying attentive on course.

GPX guidance is available for device navigation, and volunteers are stationed at key points along the trail. Limited parking is noted at the start line.

• 10.6K trail race in St. John’s, NL
• Starts at 9:00 AM on July 18, 2026
• Route runs from Ft. Amherst to Blackhead
• GPX guidance is available for the course
• Volunteers are placed at key locations on the trail
• The course is not flagged
• Limited parking is noted at the start line