Grit & Grind Trail Series Carlington Hill Edition 2025

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Jul 30, 2025 edition in Ottawa, Ontario. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2025 race calendar.

The Grit & Grind Carlington Hill Edition is a challenging trail race held in Ottawa featuring a steep and fast 5K course that tests runners' endurance and agility. Scheduled for the evening of Wednesday, July 30, 2025, this event also includes a 2K kids run, making it a fun and family-friendly experience.

Participants have the option to choose a Green Bib, which excludes the medal but contributes a portion of the registration fee to Camp Misquah, the event's charity partner. Note that the course is not suitable for strollers or mobility devices.

• Trail course located at Carlington Hill, Ottawa
• 5 kilometers distance for the main race
• 2 kilometers for the kids run

• Challenging 5K course with steep climbs and fast descents
• 2K kids run suitable for family participation
• Green Bib option available to support Camp Misquah charity
• Not suitable for strollers or mobility devices
• Early bird registration available