The Hustle at Pinehurst
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Location Ayr, ON
- Price Free - $450.11
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at The Hustle at Pinehurst on Sunday, October 4th, 2026! Set in the picturesque Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area in North Dumfries, Waterloo, this event revives the legendary Run for the Toad course, once the largest trail race in Canada. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances including 12.5K, 25K, 50K, and a unique 50K Team Relay for teams of 2-4 runners.
The Hustle promises an exhilarating adventure through stunning landscapes, featuring a 12.5 km loop that meanders through forested singletrack, hugs the edge of Pinehurst Lake, and traverses open meadows. With its engaging twists, turns, and challenging climbs, this course is perfect for both seasoned trail runners and newcomers alike. Whether you’re tackling your first trail race or gearing up for longer challenges, The Hustle at Pinehurst is designed to be an approachable yet rewarding event. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, stunning nature, and the thrill of the trail—come for one loop, stay for a few, and discover your hustle!
The Hustle promises an exhilarating adventure through stunning landscapes, featuring a 12.5 km loop that meanders through forested singletrack, hugs the edge of Pinehurst Lake, and traverses open meadows. With its engaging twists, turns, and challenging climbs, this course is perfect for both seasoned trail runners and newcomers alike. Whether you’re tackling your first trail race or gearing up for longer challenges, The Hustle at Pinehurst is designed to be an approachable yet rewarding event. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, stunning nature, and the thrill of the trail—come for one loop, stay for a few, and discover your hustle!
Organiser's Description
Sunday October 4th, 2026 Pinehurst Lake Conservation AreaTrail Races: 12.5K, 25K, 50K, + 50K Team Relay (2-4 runners)
Presented by New Balance CanadaDirected by the Team atThe Hustle at Pinehurst brings a legendary course back to life.
Set in the Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area just north of Paris, Ontario, this race revives the iconic Run for the Toad course, once the largest trail race in Canada, and reimagines it with a fresh experience that keeps everything we loved about the trails themselves.
Runners will take on a 12.5 km loop that winds through forested singletrack, traces the edge of Pinehurst Lake, and rolls through open meadows. The trail keeps things interesting with twists, turns, and a few honest climbs that get the heart pumping and signal you’re close to the end of the loop.
Whether you’re lining up for one loop or settling in for a longer day, The Hustle is designed to be a must-do event for trail runners in southwestern Ontario and is built for all runners, as an approachable, challenging in the right ways race-course, that is rooted in history.
This race is for runners who love good trails and a little effort. Whether it’s your first trail race, a chance to settle into a familiar loop, or a tune-up for longer goals. The Hustle offers honest, runnable trails with just enough twists and climbs to keep things interesting.
Come for one loop.Stay for a few.Find your hustle.
Presented by New Balance CanadaDirected by the Team atThe Hustle at Pinehurst brings a legendary course back to life.
Set in the Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area just north of Paris, Ontario, this race revives the iconic Run for the Toad course, once the largest trail race in Canada, and reimagines it with a fresh experience that keeps everything we loved about the trails themselves.
Runners will take on a 12.5 km loop that winds through forested singletrack, traces the edge of Pinehurst Lake, and rolls through open meadows. The trail keeps things interesting with twists, turns, and a few honest climbs that get the heart pumping and signal you’re close to the end of the loop.
Whether you’re lining up for one loop or settling in for a longer day, The Hustle is designed to be a must-do event for trail runners in southwestern Ontario and is built for all runners, as an approachable, challenging in the right ways race-course, that is rooted in history.
This race is for runners who love good trails and a little effort. Whether it’s your first trail race, a chance to settle into a familiar loop, or a tune-up for longer goals. The Hustle offers honest, runnable trails with just enough twists and climbs to keep things interesting.
Come for one loop.Stay for a few.Find your hustle.
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Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area, Pinehurst Road, Ayr, ON, Canada
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