The Talon Trail Race
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Location Parkhill, ON
- Price $45.82 - $94.83
- Races 4 races
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of trail running at The Talon Trail Race on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in North Middlesex, Middlesex! This exciting event invites participants to explore one of Southwestern Ontario's hidden gems, featuring stunning mature forests, picturesque river valleys, and technical singletrack trails along the Ausable River. With race distances designed for all abilities, runners can tackle the signature 26 km point-to-point course from Mystery Falls to Joany’s Woods, or choose from three looped options: a 3.3 km walk, a 7.7 km walk/run, and an 11 km run.
The Talon Trail Race is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of nature and community. After the race, participants can unwind at the post-race beverage garden, where local food vendors will be serving delicious treats alongside refreshing drinks. Plus, every registration helps support vital conservation efforts led by the Thames Talbot Land Trust and Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority, ensuring that these stunning landscapes are preserved for generations to come. Join us for a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the beauty of fall in Ontario!
The Talon Trail Race is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of nature and community. After the race, participants can unwind at the post-race beverage garden, where local food vendors will be serving delicious treats alongside refreshing drinks. Plus, every registration helps support vital conservation efforts led by the Thames Talbot Land Trust and Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority, ensuring that these stunning landscapes are preserved for generations to come. Join us for a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the beauty of fall in Ontario!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to The Talon Trail Races Presented by BackRoads Brews + Shoes!Race Day: Saturday, October 3, 2026Discover one of Southwestern Ontario's hidden trail systems as you wind through mature forests, river valleys, technical singletrack and scenic countryside along the Ausable River. Whether you're chasing a new challenge, racing for a podium, or enjoying a walk through nature with friends and family, Talon Trail Races is designed to be an unforgettable fall trail running experience.Why You'll Love Talon Trail RacesBeautiful singletrack through Joany's Woods and Mystery FallsTechnical trails balanced with runnable sectionsPost Race beverage gardenRace shirt includedLocal food vendorsFamily-friendly atmosphereSupporting conservation effortsCreated by the team at BackRoads Brews + ShoesParticipants can choose from four unique distances designed to suit a range of abilities and goals. The signature 26 km point-to-point course will offer a rewarding journey through diverse and scenic terrain taking runners from
Mystery Falls to Joany’s Woods. For those looking for shorter distances, Joany’s Woods will host three looped options: a 3.3 km walk, a 7.7 km walk/run, and a 11 km run combining both loops. These routes all begin and end at the same main gathering area, creating an energetic and welcoming atmosphere for participants and spectators alike.More than just a race, this event is rooted in purpose. Every registration helps support the Thames Talbot Land Trust and Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority, organizations working to protect the natural landscapes
you'll experience on race day.It also wouldn't be a BackRoads event if there wasn't a fun party at the end to celebrate a great day of running or walking. After finishing your race, be sure to check out the beverage garden where we'll be serving beer and non-alcoholic beverages. There will also be food from local vendors available for purchase.Included in each registration is:Event Race T-shirt.Aid Stations with water and snacks.Finish Time for 7.7km, 11km and 26k participants.1 post race beverage from the BackRoads beer garden.Shuttle TransportationEvent Information:Parking will be at the West Williams Community Centre (32217 Kerwood Rd. Parkhill, ON, N0M 2K0).To ensure participant safety and protect the trail system, all participants, volunteers and spectators must park at the West Williams Community Centre. Complimentary shuttle buses will transport everyone to and from the trails throughout the morning.Bus Shuttle Schedule:Shuttle buses will leave at 8am to bring runners to Mystery Falls. Shuttle Buses will leave at 9am to bring participants to Joany's Woods. Shuttle busses will leave at 9:30am to bring family, friends and spectators to Joany's Woods.Shuttle buses back to West Williams from Joany's Woods will leave at 11:30am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, and 1pm
***Refund Policy***
All race registrations are final and non-refundable. Please ensure you are able to participate on race day before completing your registration.While refunds are not available, registration transfers to another participant may be permitted up to September 18th. Please contact us for details.
Mystery Falls to Joany’s Woods. For those looking for shorter distances, Joany’s Woods will host three looped options: a 3.3 km walk, a 7.7 km walk/run, and a 11 km run combining both loops. These routes all begin and end at the same main gathering area, creating an energetic and welcoming atmosphere for participants and spectators alike.More than just a race, this event is rooted in purpose. Every registration helps support the Thames Talbot Land Trust and Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority, organizations working to protect the natural landscapes
you'll experience on race day.It also wouldn't be a BackRoads event if there wasn't a fun party at the end to celebrate a great day of running or walking. After finishing your race, be sure to check out the beverage garden where we'll be serving beer and non-alcoholic beverages. There will also be food from local vendors available for purchase.Included in each registration is:Event Race T-shirt.Aid Stations with water and snacks.Finish Time for 7.7km, 11km and 26k participants.1 post race beverage from the BackRoads beer garden.Shuttle TransportationEvent Information:Parking will be at the West Williams Community Centre (32217 Kerwood Rd. Parkhill, ON, N0M 2K0).To ensure participant safety and protect the trail system, all participants, volunteers and spectators must park at the West Williams Community Centre. Complimentary shuttle buses will transport everyone to and from the trails throughout the morning.Bus Shuttle Schedule:Shuttle buses will leave at 8am to bring runners to Mystery Falls. Shuttle Buses will leave at 9am to bring participants to Joany's Woods. Shuttle busses will leave at 9:30am to bring family, friends and spectators to Joany's Woods.Shuttle buses back to West Williams from Joany's Woods will leave at 11:30am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, and 1pm
***Refund Policy***
All race registrations are final and non-refundable. Please ensure you are able to participate on race day before completing your registration.While refunds are not available, registration transfers to another participant may be permitted up to September 18th. Please contact us for details.
Races
Reviews
Doing this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event. You'll be able to review this event once it's taken place.
Location
32217 Kerwood Rd, Parkhill, ON N0M 2K0, Canada
Who's In
See who else is doing this event
Be the first
No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?
The Talon Trail Race