North of 7 River Run returns to Bancroft, Ontario on July 25th for its annual race through the heart of downtown. The event starts from Riverside Park, a charming green space that frames the York River. Race morning brings cool temperatures around 15°C and calm winds, making it an ideal day for runners who enjoy a pleasant run. This is North of 7’s third year as part of Bancroft's vibrant community calendar. Since its inception in 2024, this race has attracted over 200 participants each time, raising funds that support local transportation services and employment programs. The cause at the core of the event – aiding children and youth through transit and social inclusion initiatives – is deeply rooted within Bancroft's community. The course runs upstream on the York River for 12 kilometers or downstream for a more challenging 24 kilometers, both offering technical elements like deep and shallow sections, twists, and current. A buoy turn marks one of the notable features along the route. The race starts at Riverside Park with an open field to gather before participants head out into the river. Race morning finds competitors starting in groups from Riverside Park. There are no aid stations on the course; runners should ensure they have sufficient water and nutrition for their chosen distance. Despite hard and dry conditions, a moderate UV index of 5.6 suggests some sun protection may be needed. The weather will feel like around 20°C with average winds at 9.7 kilometers per hour.
12km - Provincials for OMCKRA Members 12K • Start: 12:00:00 • Fee: CA$23.83
12km - races open to all 12K • Start: 12:00:00 • Fee: CA$32.46
24km - Provincials for OMCKRA Members 24K • Start: 12:00:00 • Fee: CA$23.83
24km - races open to all 24K • Start: 12:00:00 • Fee: CA$32.46
Registration is available at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/138357/north-of-7-river-run until two weeks before the event. Participants can pick up their bibs from Riverside Park on race day, ensuring they have a valid photo ID and proof of membership for any discounts. The 12K and 24K races start at Riverside Park with mandatory briefings to ensure all participants are prepared. For first-timers, bring your own boat or prepare to rent one if available; the river conditions will be hard and dry on race day. North of 7 River Run in Bancroft is an event that matters deeply for its community support efforts. The cause it supports—aiding children and youth through transportation and social programs—is a significant reason this race should not be missed by anyone interested in contributing to local initiatives while enjoying a challenging course run upstream on the York River.
Races Offered
12km - Provincials for OMCKRA Members
Jul 25, 2026
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12K
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12:00
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CA$23.83
12km - races open to all
Jul 25, 2026
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Distance —
12K
terrain
Type —
Others
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12:00
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CA$32.46
24km - Provincials for OMCKRA Members
Jul 25, 2026
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24K
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Others
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12:00
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CA$23.83
24km - races open to all
Jul 25, 2026
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Distance —
24K
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Type —
Others
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12:00
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CA$32.46
Camp & Cottage Challenge
Jul 25, 2026
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3K
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Others
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12:00
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CA$32.46
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Bancroft.
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15.6° / 25.7°
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15.3° / 25.1°
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Avg sunshine hours
12h 25m
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Avg rainfall
2.6 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
9.7 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
High
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Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.6)
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Humidity
75.1%
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Sunrise
05:40
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Sunset
20:52
About Bancroft
Learn more about the host city, Bancroft.
Bancroft is a town of 4,000 people (2021) in a large rural area in eastern Ontario, 100 km north of Belleville. Much of the region around Bancroft is cottage country, with many snowmobile, hiking and ATV trails.
