The Don Mcmaster Memorial 12 Mile Creek Trail 2026

The Don Mcmaster Memorial 12 Mile Creek Trail 2026 takes place on June 6, 2026, in St. Catharines, Ontario, with the central hub located at 2 Lockhart Drive near Brock University. Participants can expect typical early June weather in the Niagara region, which often features mild to warm temperatures ranging from 12°C to 23°C, though runners should be prepared for varying humidity and potential light showers. This annual trail event offers a scenic experience through historic landscapes, including the first Welland Canal and the 12 Mile Creek Trail, challenging athletes with both historic routes and significant elevation changes.

What distances are offered at this event?

• →Half Marathon (21 km)
• →7K Trail Run
• →Half Marathon Walker Division (21 km)

What are the specific course details for the races?

• →The Half Marathon begins on the Merritt Trail heading toward downtown St. Catharines before returning to the trails behind Brock University; a major feature is the climb up Hydro Hill on the Niagara Escarpment followed by a descent to the finish.
• →The 7K course covers the later, more difficult section of the 12 Mile Creek Trail.

How is the race format and participant capacity structured?

• →The Half Marathon field is limited to 175 runners.
• →The 7K field is limited to 100 runners.
• →The Half Marathon walker division follows the same 21 km route as the running division.

What is the schedule for the walker division?

• →The Half Marathon walker division starts 90 minutes earlier than the running division.