Nova Scotia Open Water Swim and SwimRun Challenge

Sunday, August 17, 2025 Past event

Halifax, Nova Scotia

5 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Nova Scotia Open Water Swim and SwimRun Challenge, set to take place on Sunday, August 17, 2025, in beautiful Halifax! This exciting event will be hosted at Long Lake Provincial Park, offering participants a stunning backdrop as they dive into the challenging waters. Whether you're an experienced swimmer or just looking to test your endurance, the event features various race distances that cater to all skill levels, making it a perfect outing for friends and families alike.

After a brief hiatus, the excitement is palpable as Canaqua Sports returns to the Halifax area, eager to celebrate the spirit of outdoor adventure and community. Mark your calendars and get ready to make a splash at this must-attend event in Nova Scotia!

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2.0k Swim

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5.0k Swim

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10k Open Water Swim

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Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge - Nova Scotia 12k

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Mudskipper SwimRun Challenge - Nova Scotia 20k

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Organiser's description

NOTEDue to the current ban on accessing trails in Nova Scotia, and the closure of many of the Provincial parks in the province, Canaqua Sports has cancelled this years Nova Scotia Open Water Swim and Swimrun Challenge. We are assessing the situation and will contact all registered swimrun participants shortly. Our Open Water Swim events are still open
Canaqua Sports is committed to growing our events in the Maritime Provinces, and we look forward to being back in 2026We are looking for potentical race directors in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick so we can continue to grow. Anyone interestsed please contact us [email protected] Sports is back in the Halifax Area and is happy to presentthe 2025 Nova Scotia Open Water Swim andSwimRun ChallengeAugust 17, 2025LocationLong Lake Provincial ParkAddress Long Lake Adventure Company, 75 Old Sambro Road, Halifax, NS, Canada Powered by Canaqua SportsAfter taking 2024 off we are very excited to be back at Long Lake for the 2025 season. Come on out to Long Lake and join us... bring a friend!