Run Off-the-Grid 2025

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Sep 27, 2025 edition in Mattawan, Ontario. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2025 race calendar.

Run Off-the-Grid is one of Northern Ontario's most rugged, rewarding, and remote trail races, held annually during peak autumn colors. The course features a 12.5 km loop through diverse terrain including single-track trails, old forest logging roads, rolling hills, steep climbs, rocky technical sections, creek crossings, a mud bog, and a gravel pit with a sandy dune descent. Each loop is run in the opposite direction, adding a dynamic challenge.

The event fosters a strong community atmosphere with participants encouraging each other and celebrating together after the race.

• 12.5 km loop featuring single-track trails, old forest logging roads, rolling hills, steep climbs
• Rocky technical sections, creek crossings, mud bog, and gravel pit with sandy dune descent
• Each additional loop run in the opposite direction to enhance challenge
• Entire course is 100% trail surface

• Challenging and dynamic course with each loop run in opposite directions
• Strong community spirit with post-race celebrations
• Held during peak autumn foliage for beautiful scenery
• Participant cap of 250 for an intimate race experience