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Capes 100 2025

Date
August 9, 2025
Location
Mabou, Nova Scotia
Events
3 Races

About Capes 100 2025

The Capes 100 is Atlantic Canada's first 100-mile trail running race featuring 46k, 87k, and 160k distances. Runners traverse the scenic Mabou Highlands and rugged coastal trails, encountering challenging terrain and breathtaking ocean vistas. The event includes mandatory gear requirements and aids stations with crew access for longer distances.

Racing begins on August 9, 2025, with pre-race check-in and swag pickup on August 8 at Mabou Gaelic College. A mandatory pre-race meeting occurs the evening before. This unique event promises an unforgettable trail running experience in Nova Scotia.

Race Schedule

Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing

Capes 100 2025 - Capes 100 46k

Experience 46 kilometers of rugged trail running in the Mabou Highlands during Atlantic Canada's Capes 100 event.
August 9, 2025
6:00AM
46km
Trail
Boston Qualifier

Capes 100 2025 - Capes 100 160k

A premier 160 kilometer trail ultramarathon, the Capes 100 is Atlantic Canada's first 100-miler, traversing the Mabou Highlands and Atlantic coast.
August 9, 2025
6:00AM
160km
Trail
Boston Qualifier

Capes 100 2025 - Capes 100 87k

Tackle a challenging 87 kilometer ultramarathon on the scenic Capes 100 trail route in Nova Scotia.
August 9, 2025
6:00AM
87km
Trail
Boston Qualifier

Course Details

- Trail running event featuring distances of 46k, 87k, and 160k.
- Courses traverse the Mabou Highlands and Atlantic Ocean coastline.
- Challenging trails with varied terrain and stunning natural vistas.
- Specific crew access points and aid stations for longer distances.
- Pacer allowance for 160k runners from KM 109.
- Mandatory gear required for all participants.

Race Highlights

- All distances start at 6:00 AM on August 9, 2025, at 32 MacDonald Road, Mabou, NS.
- Mandatory gear includes a waterproof jacket, first aid kit, whistle, charged cell phone, and more.
- Aid stations placed strategically with crew access for 86k and 160k runners.
- Pacers allowed only for 160k runners starting at KM 109 (Cape Mabou Trailhead).
- Drop bag service available for 86k and 160k runners.
- Pre-race check-in and swag pick-up on August 8, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mabou Gaelic College.
- Mandatory pre-race meeting at 7:00 PM on August 8, 2025.

RACE DAY COUNTDOWN

175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
August 9, 2025
Season
Fall (September-November)
Location
Mabou, Nova Scotia
Avg Temp
Warm (20-30°C)
Avg Humidity