Trail Running calendar near Cochrane 2026-2027

A 24-hour trail endurance run at the Canmore Nordic Centre for solo runners and several relay team sizes. The course mixes single-track and double-track, pacers may join in the latter half and fundraising supports Ever Active.

A loop-format event on July 17, 2026 where runners complete a 6.706 km circuit each hour until one remains, starting and finishing at Ed Eggerer Athletic Park with basic aid and access to Genesis Place.

Trail races at Bowmont Park feature singletrack routes with short climbs, fast descents and river valley views. Multiple distances include kids 1 km and 3 km plus 7.4 km and 11.7 km options, with aid stations and a cup free setup.

A limited field mountain running event at Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge featuring a 21.1 km half marathon and a 10 km paved course, with a Zero‑Trace policy and partnership supporting Kananaskis conservation.

Iron Legs Mountain Races features multiple trail distances from 25 km to 100 km, plus a 50 mile relay and a Racing Dusk event. Registration is open and the organizer has held events since 2009.

Trail races at West Bragg Creek offering 16K, 29K, 42K and 50K over single and double-track with significant elevation gain. Organized by Lewiston Ultra Events with specific registration and transfer rules.

A trail event at Nose Hill Park on August 30, 2026 offering 34 km, 17 km, 6.8 km and a non timed 2 km kids run with official timing, aid stations, photos and participant swag.

A 17 km one-lap trail race at Nose Hill Park with official chip timing, a midcourse aid station and race photos and swag included.

Trail races at the Canmore Nordic Centre use singletrack and doubletrack around the main stadium with mountain views. Multiple distances are offered and Sport Enduro and Grit participants must carry bear spray; the event is cup free.

A community fundraiser in Sundre, Alberta in September 2026 featuring 3K and 6K adult runs plus a kids Mini Run, supporting Burden Bearers Counselling and The Den SYC with bracelets, a foam pit option and post-run refreshments.

A cross-country relay at Confederation Park on September 20, 2026 with teams of three running a 3 km figure-eight on groomed grass. A 1 km kids race is also held and hot soup is served after the event.

Final race of the Central Alberta 5 Peaks Series held the last weekend of September at Weaselhead Flats in southwest Calgary. Multiple distances cross a 237 hectare park with singletrack, aid stations and a cup free policy.

A trail event at the Canmore Nordic Centre on October 3, 2026 featuring 5K and 10K courses on double-track dirt trails, aid stations with Precision Fuel and finish line pie from JK Bakery.

Part of the 2026-2027 Calgary Roadrunners Grand Prix, the River Park Classic X/C offers 8 km and 4 km races plus a short kids run at Sandy Beach picnic area. Online pre-registration is preferred and entry fees apply.

Grizzly Ultra is set for Saturday, October 10, 2026, organized by Grizzly Events. Online registration via Zone4.ca closes October 5, 2026 and the form includes duplicate bib checks and payment options.

A fall trail race around Okotoks Recreation Centre offering 1 km, 4 km and 8 km distances. Pre-registration is closed, on-site registration will be available and a post-race social follows.

Annual cross-country at South Edworthy Park, part of the Calgary Roadrunners Grand Prix Series. Expect late-season trail conditions and choose from 1 km, 4 km, or 8 km, with a post-race soup social at the seniors centre.

A community cross country event through Bowmont Park with options for children and adults, timed races, and a post race meal at the Silver Springs Community Association. Festive outfits are common and winter footing is expected.

Racing Dusk is a 20 mile race at West Bragg Creek near the winter solstice. The course has three counter clockwise loops that can be run in any order and there is an eight hour time limit.

Experience a classic winter cross country race on the scenic Panorama Hills trails in Calgary. Choose between 4 km and 8 km distances on a snowy and varied terrain with a community social to follow.