Trail Running Calendar Alberta 2025-2026

Join the 12th Annual Warm Hands Warm Hearts Run in Edmonton on November 15 to fundraise and collect warm winter items for people experiencing homelessness. Trail races from 5K to 21K plus virtual options make it perfect for families and tea..

BAR KA KOO Ultra & Relay invites solo runners and teams to tackle 55 km around Chickakoo Lake as five 11 km loops. Expect mostly technical single track, minimal markings, self supported and a 10 hour cutoff for a backcountry test.

Racing Dusk at West Bragg Creek in Calgary on Dec 20, 2025 features a 20 Miler plus 2 and 3 person relays across three loops. Choose your loop order, expect winter conditions and join Iron Legs for a scenic challenge.

Celebrate St Patrick's Day on March 15 with family friendly trail runs and walks at Rundle Family Center in Edmonton. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, Asics socks and a warm post race Irish Ukrainian meal to refuel.

Tackle groomed ski runs at Rabbit Hill Snow Resort during Hill of a Race with options from 5 km up to a 6 hour challenge. Proceeds support Olive Tree Projects maternity centre in Jacmel, Haiti and finishers get medals and a lift voucher.

Blackfoot Ultra, known as "Death by 100 Hills", is a community trail race through the Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area. With distances from 25 km to 100 km it welcomes first time ultras and seasoned runners seeking a fast,..

Run the Klondike Ultra near Edmonton on June 6 2026, choosing distances from 6 km to 100 km across sandhills, river valleys and old growth forest. Expect varied single track, mossy dunes, scenic views and a friendly race day atmosphere.

Discover the Hidden Oasis Ultra on June 13, 2026 in the scenic Cypress Hills, a rugged trail challenge of about 50 kilometers. Climb to the region's high point and celebrate with a post race social hosted by local running volunteers.

Take on the rugged trails at Nitehawk Year Round Adventure Park in Grande Prairie on June 20, 2026 for the Tuffest10 Trail Race. Distances range from 5 km to 50 km so runners of all levels can test themselves on adventure race terrain.

Take on the Powderface Mountain Marathon at Station Flats in Kananaskis with full and half marathon options on K Country singletrack. Rugged trails, big climbs and sweeping mountain views make for an epic alpine run.

Two premier skyrunning races in Crowsnest Pass on June 27, 2026: the 33.5 km Minotaur hosting the Canadian Nationals and the 10.5 km Mini Taur hosting youth continentals. Expect steep alpine terrain, big views and tough competition.

Explore rolling coulees and riverside ravines at the Taber Tuff 25/12.5 at Taber Municipal Park in Taber, AB on July 11, 2026. Choose 25K 12.5K or 6K for a rugged, shorter ultra challenge.

Experience the rugged Seven Sisters Mountain trails at Sinister 7 Ultra in Blairmore, Alberta on July 11, 2026. Choose from 100 mile, 50 mile, 50k, half marathon, relay or kids race across seven scenic stages for all levels.

The Death Race returns to Grande Cache with a 118 km ultra over three mountain summits and a dramatic river crossing at Hell's Gate. Marathon, relay and kids races also take place with limited spots.

Iron Legs Mountain Races offer scenic single track trails and serious climbs along Moose Mountain in Kananaskis Country, just outside Calgary. Distances from 25K to 100K plus solo and team relay options promise a true mountain running chall..

The Divide 200 is a 200 mile ultramarathon in August 2026 from Castle Mountain Resort, Alberta, through the rugged southern Rockies. Expect remote alpine ridges, route finding, and a capped field of 100 with Garmin inReach support.

Tackle forested single and double track trails around Moose Mountain in Kananaskis Country, with distances from 16 km to 50 km and big elevation changes. Enjoy rugged foothills scenery and a well run community trail race.

Run For Recovery at Chickakoo Lake on Aug 27, 2026 is a family friendly timed trail event with distances from a kids 1.2K to a 12K on scenic single track and rolling Nordic trails. All levels welcome and proceeds benefit recovery charities.

Join the YYC Sub Ultra Trail Run at Nose Hill Park on August 30, 2026, with distances from 34 km down to a 2 km kids run. Presented by the Calgary trail running community, the event offers scenic routes and friendly competition for all leve..

Tackle the rugged Oldman River valley near Lethbridge at Lost Soul Ultra on Sept 11 and 12, 2026 with 50 km loops and 50K, 100K and 100 mile options across rolling hills and sweeping views. A scenic and gritty Western States qualifier.