Wise Raven Trail Race

Event Overview

Any money in excess of expenses from this event will be donated to:

Run-Walk-Roll for WRHNCC

This is the 11th year raising funds for WRHNCC.

We are proud to announce that this event is a sanctioned race by Athletics Ontario.

Registration Details

• Capacity: Limited to 115 spots
• Date: 2026-10-17
• Location: 2001 Kressler Rd, Waterloo, ON
• More Info: Race Registration

The Course

• Loop Distance: Participants will run a 2.5km loop through a well-marked trail forest at the Camp Heidelberg property in Kitchener Waterloo.
• Terrain: Primarily fast, groomed trails with some short but tougher sections featuring rocks & roots and rolling hills.
• Elevation Gain: Each loop has approximately 45m elevation gain.
• Weather: Be ready for any conditions: October can bring rain or snow.

Race Options

• Distances: Choose from 2 loops (5km), 4 loops (10km), 10 loops (25km), 20 loops (50km).
• Timing: 6hr & 6hr relay option available.
• Cutoff Time: Enjoy a generous 8hrs for 50km participants.
• Start Time: 5km, 10km, 25km, 50km will start at 8am, and the 6hr relay will start at 10am.

6HR Relay

1. Registration: Team Captain must register a Team Name and pay for the whole team.
2. Team Size: Teams can consist of 2-4 members.
3. Lap Details: Laps are 2.5K without switching runners during a lap.
4. Timing: Ankle timing chip passed at the end of each loop.

Important Information

• Parking: Plenty of parking for all participants.
• Pets: Sorry, no dogs or pets allowed on Camp Heidelberg Property.
• Alcohol: NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED AT ANY TIME.
• Aid Stations: Featuring pop, water, electrolytes, various snacks, and a CUP-LESS event, so please bring your own water bottles.

Awards

All participants will receive a finishers medal and other goodies.

Refund Policy

We do not currently offer refunds. Runners can defer to the following year.

Distance Transfers: Transfers are allowed before the race and on race day, with additional fees for longer distances.

Photography

Event photography will capture the day’s highlights.