7KM’ish Walk Overview

The walk will begin at the trailhead located at the end of Riddell Street, at the top of Terwillegar Park. Race volunteers will escort participants from the Riverbend Community Hall to the starting point.

From the trailhead, walkers will descend into Terwillegar Park along a wide, smooth gravel path that leads into an open field. At the base of the hill, the route follows the perimeter trail for approximately 4 km. This section of the trail is wide, well-maintained, and suitable for trail-style strollers.

Aid stations are available at 1.5 km and 5.5 km serving up the finest cold water.

After completing the loop around the park, participants will return via the same trail, heading back up the hill and continuing through the residential streets to the Riverbend Community Hall, where a wonderful hot buffet breakfast will be served.

This 7.5 km walk is dog-friendly, as Terwillegar Park is an off-leash area. Race volunteers will be present throughout the course to guide and assist participants.

10KM Course Overview

The run will start at the trailhead at the end of Riddell Street, at the top of Terwillegar Park. Race volunteers will guide participants from the Riverbend Community Hall to the starting location.

From the outset, the trail becomes technical—narrow, rugged, and scattered with roots and rocks—as runners descend quickly into the river valley. At the bottom, the trail opens into a spacious field before narrowing again. Over the next kilometer, it weaves in and out of the park’s perimeter trail, requiring runners to navigate through trees and changing terrain.

The course transitions to single-track trails at about the 3.5 km mark, that wind around several ponds, punctuated by short, steep climbs. This section presents a technical challenge, with uneven surfaces and tree roots underfoot, all shaded by low-hanging branches that offer intermittent cover.

The aid station awaits at the 6.3 km mark, following a sustained climb out of the valley. From there, a short out-and-back section leads into a long, smooth descent that crosses the park entrance road.

The final stretch features a steady climb out of the park, bringing runners back to the start/finish area. From there, it’s a short walk back to the Riverbend Community Hall, where participants can refuel and relax with a hearty, hot breakfast.