Sydenham Bruce Trail End-to-End Trail Run Series – UPDATED

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Registration Required:

Registration Cost
Members - $60.00
Child Members - $0.00

Hosting Club: Sydenham, Peninsula
Category: Sydenham E2E Trail Run
Location (Google Maps): E2E Trail Run of the Sydenham Bruce Trail section. Starting in Wiarton Bluewater Park.

Hike Leader(s): Margie Gloade; Natalie Mechalko; Shawn Radcliffe Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast (5.5 - 7.0 km/h+): A quick pace maintained by experienced hikers or trail runners.
Terrain: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
Distance: Average of 21km each day

Description

Note: updates to the original description are underlined. (Updates as of March 13, 2026).

The Sydenham Bruce Trail Club (SBTC), in partnership with the Peninsula Bruce Trail Club (PBTC), is excited to offer its first-ever trail running Sydenham End-to-End series in 2026. Join the fun and earn a specially-designed trail running SBTC E2E badge! The trail running Sydenham E2E series will take place over 4 weekends and 8 days, starting at 7:30am. Below are the start-end locations and estimated distance each day (subject to change slightly). The group will meet at the end location, and carpool to the start of each day’s route. You are expected to participate in shuttling vehicles.

Please carefully read the details below to understand the logistics, costs, important notes, and fitness required for this challenge.

1. Saturday, May 2, 2026: Wiarton Bluewater Park to Graham’s Hill Rd BTC Parking; ~23km;
2. Sunday, May 3, 2026: Graham’s Hill Rd BTC Parking to Lindenwood Rd BTC Parking; ~22km;
3. Saturday May 9, 2026: Lindenwood Rd BTC Parking to 19th Street W & Somers St., Owen Sound; ~20km;
4. Sunday, May 10, 2026: 19th Street W & Somers St., Owen Sound to Centennial Tower Parking Lot; ~19km;
5. Saturday, May 23, 2026: Centennial Tower Parking Lot to Irish Block Rd BTC Parking; ~19km;
6. Sunday, May 24, 2026: Irish Block Rd BTC Parking to Woodford Community Centre; ~23km;
7. Saturday, May 30, 2026: Woodford Community Centre to Massie Hills Parking off 6th Concession S; ~19km; and
8. Sunday, May 31, 2026: Massie Hills Parking off 6th Concession S to Blantyre BTC Parking Lot; ~21km.

• When you register, you are registering for the whole series. You are welcome to join for as many dates as you able. There is also an option to register for a single day ($20).
• Those that complete the whole Sydenham section will earn the new SBTC trail running E2E badge. You can also complete the route(s) on your own, at any time, to earn the SBTC trail running E2E badge.
• These are group trail runs. It is not a race. It is not a hike. There may be a couple different pace groups that naturally form, but you will be expected to stay with a group and wait to regroup at key locations. Runners are expected to remain between the lead runner and the sweep at all times. Anticipate each day to be running for about 3+/- hours, at a pace ranging from 7-9 min./km.
• Participants are expected to have some experience trail running as this is difficult terrain. There are also some roads, and some active farm fields. In some locations throughout Sydenham, trail running will not be permitted near livestock. On roads, runners are expected to follow standard Highway Traffic Act regulations, crossing safely and running on the shoulder, in single file, facing oncoming traffic.
• Mandatory gear includes a whistle and minimum 250ml of water carrying capacity. Trail runners will need to carry their own water and fuel.
• At approximate mid-way points each day, there will be volunteer support arranged so you can fill up water bottles. Some snacks (e.g. oranges, bananas, pretzels, cookies, water) will be provided but please plan to be self-sufficient.
• Exercise care and caution and common sense on trails, especially when passing other trail users. Let others know you are coming and that you intend to pass. Headphones/earbuds are not permitted while participating in this group run.
• Participants must be age 16 years or older.
• Dogs are not permitted.
• This E2E series is for BTC members only. To become a member, click here: https://brucetrail.org/.
• The designated meeting points will not incur any personal parking fees but parking space is limited. Participants are encouraged to car pool whenever possible.

The fee is $60. This fee covers snacks, the new SBTC E2E badge, and a donation to the PBTC hike program.

As per BTC policy, no refunds will be considered 30 days before the series starts (not after April 1, 2026).

The trail run will go ahead rain or shine, however, in extremely inclement weather, a date may be cancelled and rescheduled, ideally prior to the May 31st finish date.