Trail Running calendar near Pincher Creek No. 9 2026-2027

Vertical Vendetta is a loop mountain race at Pass Powderkeg in Crowsnest Pass on May 30, 2026. Runners complete four steep ascents to reach 1,000 m of elevation gain over about 9.75 km, with timing points and a single aid station.

Test yourself at the Canadian National Skyrunning Championships in Alberta. This premier event features high altitude challenges including a Vertical Kilometer and the legendary 33 km SkyRace.

Mountain stage ultratrail in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta on July 11 and 12 2026 offering 100 mile, 50 mile, 50k, half marathon and team relay formats with significant elevation and set time cutoffs.

Sole Survivor Trail Race on July 18, 2026 features 2.5 km, 5 km and 10 km forest trail courses at Pete's Park in Blairmore. Aid stations vary by distance and strollers and pets are not permitted.

A mountain trail race in Fernie BC featuring a 50 km course with 3,000 m of ascent and an optional 15 km Headwall Hustle the next day. Limited field, age categories and on-course aid stations.

A 15 km trail segment of the Elk Valley Ultra at Fernie Alpine Resort, featuring a climb through Cedar Bowl to the Headwall and a steep descent into Timber Bowl. Registration requires an online RCR waiver and is limited to 200 runners.

A 200 mile mountain ultramarathon near Castle Mountain Resort following sections of the Great Divide Trail. Technical alpine terrain, limited field, mandatory inReach trackers and spaced checkpoints.

A community wellness trail event at Blood Tribe Timber Limits on August 9, 2025 offering 2K for kids and 5K, 10K run only and 15K run only distances with free registration, chip timing, water stations and cash prize draws.

A *28K* trail event at Castle Mountain Resort with solo and relay options, a three leg course over two summits and an alpine valley, and variable September weather with wildlife viewing opportunities.

An underground loop race at Bellevue Underground Mine on October 31–November 1, 2026, offering 3 to 24 hour categories, stable 0 °C to 2 °C conditions, a 500 m lap, and a 100-runner field with community Halloween activities.