BackRoads Run to Port Stanley
Port Stanley, ON
Sat, Aug 22, 2026
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When
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Where
162 William St, Port Stanley ON
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: BackRoads Run to Port Stanley Beach
- Date: August 22, 2026
- Location: 162 William St, Port Stanley, ON
- Distance Options: 3.5km to 33.6km
Event Details
- Social Run: A fun event supported by water/fueling stations and bag drops.
- Staggered Start Times: Based on desired pace and start location: aiming for all participants to finish by 11:00am.
- Registration: Free and open to all runners in the community.
- Donations: Supporting Good Neighbours Canada, which provides access to clean drinking water in developing countries.
Good Neighbours Canada
- Impact: Helping communities thrive through initiatives like the #Step4Water program.
- Projects: Each project costs $5,000, including training for lasting impact.
- Latest Initiative: A new borehole in Zambia now serving 500 people.
- Support Needed: Your contributions can help make a difference.
Course Information
- Classic Route: The same as previous years, following Colonel Talbot/Sunset Drive into Port Stanley.
- Finish Line: A memorable archway awaits all participants!
- Post-Run: Enjoy lunch on GT's Patio or at Port Stanley Brewery.
- Shoe Trial: Our friends from On will have shoes available to try with 7.5km to go!
Participation Details
- Capacity: Last year reached 275 participants!
- This Year: Capped at 300 runners: registration is mandatory.
- Event Website: BackRoads Run Registration
- Fuel Options: XACT Nutrition will be providing fuel along the route.
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