Trail Running Calendar Alberta 2025-2026

Lost Soul Ultra takes place in the Oldman River valley near Lethbridge, Alberta, on lands of the Blackfoot, Cree and Metis. The event offers three distances: 100 mile, 100K, and 50K. A single 51 km lap climbs about 1,100 m (3,600 ft), with most hills 50–80 m and about 14 rises per lap.In 2025 the co..

The Black Lung Ultra Marathon, presented by Coliseum Sports & Entertainment, is a challenging 62km ultra marathon held in Nordegg, Alberta, Canada. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains and the historic mining town of Nordegg, the race features a rugged three-leg course that tests..

Roots & Ruts is the 12th annual trail race held at Nitehawk Year-Round Adventure Park in Grande Prairie, Alberta, at South Bear Creek’s Waxwing Trails. The event features three race distances: 3 km, 5 km, and 10 km, with options to run or walk and accommodate varying fitness levels. After the race,..

The Divide 200 is Western Canada's only 200-mile ultramarathon, held in the Castle-Crowsnest region of Alberta's southern Rocky Mountains. Covering 322 km with an elevation gain and loss of approximately 12,335 meters, the race features challenging mountain terrain along the Great Divide Trail. Desi..

The Tsuut’ina Trail Run is the 6th annual community race held in ina, Alberta, with start and finish at the Tsuut’ina Nation Museum. This year’s event features an out-and-back course of just over 12 km on single-track trails, with varying elevation and creek crossings, set against scenic surrounding..

Run For Palestine Fort McMurray is the 3rd annual Run for Palestine, held at Birchwood Trails on Tamarack Way by Doug Barnes Cabin. The scenic course offers a family-friendly setting for a community event. Participants can choose from a 3 km run for ages 7–10, a 3 km run for ages 11–14, a 4 km run f..

Hinton's Run in the Rockies is a scenic and challenging running event held at the Hinton Nordic Centre in William A. Switzer Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada. The event features multiple race distances including a half marathon, 10km, 5km, and a kids' fun run, all taking place on the park's beautifu..

The Castle Alpine Trail Race is a challenging 28-kilometer trail running event held at Castle Mountain Resort in Alberta, Canada. Set in the scenic Rocky Mountains, the race features rugged single-track trails, off-trail sections, and significant elevation gain, covering two mountain summits and a s..

Rivers Edge Ultra is a trail running event held in Spruce Grove, Alberta, Canada, offering a variety of distances including 12km, 21km, 50km, 80km, 100km, and a challenging 100-mile race. The course features single-track trails that provide an immersive natural experience for runners of all levels...

YYC Sub Ultra Trail Run takes place on the Nose Hill Park trails in Shaganappi Trail Northwest, Calgary, AB. The event offers a trail walk/run for everyone, with options of 7 km, 17 km, and 34 km, plus a 2 km Kids Run for under-10 participants. The course showcases the beautiful Nose Hill Park paths..

Wild Rose Women's Sub Ultra is a 17-kilometer trail race held at Nose Hill Park in Calgary, Canada. Scheduled for Sunday, September 21, 2025, this event offers a women-only category within the Sub Ultra program. The race runs in conjunction with the Stoked Oats Sub-Ultra Trail Run, but participants..

The Stoked Oats Trail Run will take place in Calgary on Sunday 21 September 2025.

Bezanson Bog is a community cross-country running event hosted by the Bezanson Recreational Society at the Old Bezanson Townsite. The 2025 edition, on October 4, offers kids routes of 1k, 3k and 5k, plus adults’ 5k Run or Walk and 10k Run. The atmosphere centers on a welcoming, outdoorsy cross-count..

The Saddle Hills Ultra is a challenging trail running event held at Spring Lake Ski Hill in Saddle Hills County. The race features a scenic 20K loop along equestrian trails with over 200 meters of elevation gain per lap, winding through the foothills. Participants can choose to run 20K, 40K, or 60K..

Run A Way Dryland Derby is a multi-day dog-powered racing event held at Christiansen Field Aerodrome in De Winton, Alberta. The 9th edition takes place October 9–12, 2025 and features standard 4.8 km courses and sprint distances of 2.7 km. The event offers several competitive classes (rigs up to fou..

Drayton Valley Turkey Trot, now in its 5th year as the Pembina Nordic Turkey Trot, takes place at the Pembina Nordic Ski Centre in Rocky Rapids, Alberta. The event features a 5 km run or walk on trails that include single-track and grass-covered wide track, plus a 1 km kids race. Finishers receive m..

The Dark is a unique ultramarathon held inside the Bellevue Underground Mine in Alberta, Canada. This loop race features a 500-meter course within a 250-meter mine shaft, with a cool, consistent temperature of 0° to 2°C year-round. Participants can choose to run for 6, 12, or 24 hours, aiming to com..

BAR-KA-KOO Ultra & Relay is a 55-kilometer trail challenge at Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area in Parkland County. The race consists of five 11-kilometer loops, with a 10-hour time cap and a must-finish-loop-4-by-dusk rule. About 75% of the course is technical single-track, and participants run self-s..

Racing Dusk is a unique 20-mile trail running event held near the winter solstice at West Bragg Creek, Calgary, Alberta. Organized by Iron Legs Running Company, the race features three counterclockwise loops that start and finish at the same location. Participants can choose the order in which they..

Hill of a Race in Edmonton is a challenging running event held at Rabbit Hill Snow Resort. Participants navigate up and down groomed ski runs, requiring extra traction for footing. The event offers three race options: 5 km, 10 km, and a unique 6-hour challenge where runners complete as many loops as..