Run Off-the-Grid is a rugged trail running event in Northern Ontario that immerses runners in a fully off-road wilderness experience. Known for its challenging terrain, the course features steep climbs, creek crossings, mud bogs, and winding singletrack that test endurance and grit. Participants can choose from three race distances — 12.5 km, 25 km, and 50 km, with the 50 km also available as a 4-person relay option. With its remote setting and 100% trail design, the event offers both seasoned ultrarunners and shorter-distance trail enthusiasts the chance to embrace the beauty and toughness of nature. It’s a race where adventure, community, and the spirit of the outdoors come together.
Races
The Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K is an exhilarating trail race set in the stunning wilderness of Mattawan. Participants navigate a diverse course featuring single-track trails, steep climbs, rocky sections, and a famous mud bog, all while surrounded by the vibrant colors of autumn.
Run Off-the-Grid 25K is a rugged and remote trail race in Northern Ontario, featuring a 12.5 km loop run twice in alternating directions. The course includes diverse terrain such as single track sections, old forest logging roads, rolling hills, steep climbs, rocky sections, and a famous mud bog.
Run Off-the-Grid 50K is a challenging trail race set in the rugged wilderness of Northern Ontario, also offering a 4-person relay option, making it accessible to both solo ultrarunners and teams. The course features a 12.5 km loop that runners complete four times, each in alternating directions, through diverse terrain including single track trails, steep climbs, and rocky sections.
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FAQs
What is the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
How long is the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
Where does the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
How can I prepare for the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
The Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K is an exhilarating trail race set in the stunning wilderness of Mattawan. Participants navigate a diverse course featuring single-track trails, steep climbs, rocky sections, and a famous mud bog, all while surrounded by the vibrant colors of autumn.
The Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K is 12km long.
The Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K takes place in Mattawan, Ontario, Canada.
Runna classifies the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
The Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K is an exhilarating trail race set in the stunning wilderness of Mattawan. Participants navigate a diverse course featuring single-track trails, steep climbs, rocky sections, and a famous mud bog, all while surrounded by the vibrant colors of autumn.
How long is the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
The Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K is 12km long.
Where does the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K take place?
The Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K takes place in Mattawan, Ontario, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
Runna classifies the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Off-the-Grid 12.5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
How long is the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
Where does the Run Off-the-Grid 25K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
How can I prepare for the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
Run Off-the-Grid 25K is a rugged and remote trail race in Northern Ontario, featuring a 12.5 km loop run twice in alternating directions. The course includes diverse terrain such as single track sections, old forest logging roads, rolling hills, steep climbs, rocky sections, and a famous mud bog.
The Run Off-the-Grid 25K is 25km long.
The Run Off-the-Grid 25K takes place in Mattawan, Ontario, Canada.
Runna classifies the Run Off-the-Grid 25K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
Run Off-the-Grid 25K is a rugged and remote trail race in Northern Ontario, featuring a 12.5 km loop run twice in alternating directions. The course includes diverse terrain such as single track sections, old forest logging roads, rolling hills, steep climbs, rocky sections, and a famous mud bog.
How long is the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
The Run Off-the-Grid 25K is 25km long.
Where does the Run Off-the-Grid 25K take place?
The Run Off-the-Grid 25K takes place in Mattawan, Ontario, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
Runna classifies the Run Off-the-Grid 25K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Off-the-Grid 25K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
How long is the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
Where does the Run Off-the-Grid 50K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
How can I prepare for the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
Run Off-the-Grid 50K is a challenging trail race set in the rugged wilderness of Northern Ontario, also offering a 4-person relay option, making it accessible to both solo ultrarunners and teams. The course features a 12.5 km loop that runners complete four times, each in alternating directions, through diverse terrain including single track trails, steep climbs, and rocky sections.
The Run Off-the-Grid 50K is 50km long.
The Run Off-the-Grid 50K takes place in Mattawan, Ontario, Canada.
Runna classifies the Run Off-the-Grid 50K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
Run Off-the-Grid 50K is a challenging trail race set in the rugged wilderness of Northern Ontario, also offering a 4-person relay option, making it accessible to both solo ultrarunners and teams. The course features a 12.5 km loop that runners complete four times, each in alternating directions, through diverse terrain including single track trails, steep climbs, and rocky sections.
How long is the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
The Run Off-the-Grid 50K is 50km long.
Where does the Run Off-the-Grid 50K take place?
The Run Off-the-Grid 50K takes place in Mattawan, Ontario, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
Runna classifies the Run Off-the-Grid 50K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Off-the-Grid 50K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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