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This article was published 21/09/2025 (243 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
On a cloud-covered morning in Riding Mountain National Park, about 165 runners braved slippery conditions on Saturday morning to participate in the Epic East Gate trail run.
Beginning at the park’s historic East Gate about 15 minutes from the town of McCreary, Man., runners took part in 50 km, 25 km or 19 km categories.
Each trail had unique and interesting views along the path. For example, the 10 km route runs along lower Reeves Ravine, and the 25 and 50 km runs allowed great views of Riding Mountain’s Little Bald Hill.
Runners in the 50-kilometre category of the Epic East Gate trail run start their run at Riding Mountain National Park’s East Gate on Saturday morning. About 165 runners entered the 50 km, 25 km or 10 km categories, braving the slippery conditions on the wet Saturday. (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
According to racermnp.ca, the race is part of the Ultimate Trails of Manitoba, with 100 per cent of all profits donated to active living initiatives.
» Photos by Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun
Mandy Gray hydrates at an aid station while competing in the 25 km category of the Epic East Gate trail run at Riding Mountain National Park on Saturday. Gray placed first in the women’s 25 km category. Approximately 165 runners entered the 50 km, 25 km or 10 km categories. The annual trail run began in 2018. All runners earned medals and the top three male and female runners in each category earned trophies. All profits from the run are donated to active living initiatives.
Barb Heiliger receives a high five and cheers as she crosses the finish line while competing in the 25 km category.
A runner competing in the 50 km category of the run at Riding Mountain National Park makes their way along a trail on Saturday.
Matthew Holden and Jeffrey Chezick fill their water bottles at an aid station.
Joanna Webb reaches the finish line while competing in the 25 km category of the Epic East Gate trail run.