Trail Running Calendar British Columbia 2025-2026

Devils Ladder Ultra is an epic trail running event held in Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada, featuring world-class singletrack trails through a stunning rainshadow forest ecosystem. The race offers three distances: a 15K Fun Run, a challenging 30K called the Dirty 30K, and the Full Send 50K ultr..

The Coldwater Classic is an annual trail running and cross-country mountain biking event held at the Coutlee Plateau Mountain Biking Recreation Area in Merritt, British Columbia. Scheduled for July 12-13, 2025, it offers participants the choice of 10 km or 26 km distances for both running and biking..

The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Ladysmith is a premier trail running event held at Transfer Beach Park in Ladysmith, BC. It features two main race distances: a Long Course of approximately 20 km and a Short Course of about 10 km, both showcasing some of Western Canada's most scenic trail..

The Dirty Feet Trail Run - Race 3 takes place at Kalamalka Provincial Park in Vernon, BC, offering trail running distances of 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km. The course features a mix of single-track trails, gravel paths, rocks, roots, creeks, and bridges, surrounded by stunning views of Kalamalka Lake and..

Broken Goat is a challenging ultra running event held in the scenic Kootenay Rockies region of British Columbia, Canada, at Red Mountain Resort in Rossland. The race features multiple distances, including a 50K, 25K, and 12K, all traversing rugged alpine terrain along the "7 Summits" high alpine tra..

Buckin' Hell is a challenging trail running event hosted by Salomon Coast Mountain Trail Running, held at Mt Seymour Resort in North Vancouver, BC. The race features rugged terrain with nearly 2,500 meters (8,250 feet) of climbing and descent through the North Shore Mountains. Participants can choos..

The Raven Ridge Run is a trail running event held at Whitewater Ski Resort's Hummingbird Lodge in Nelson, BC. Scheduled for July 26, it offers two challenging courses: a 10km route with 550m elevation gain and a 15km route climbing 865m. Both courses traverse scenic alpine terrain, including trails..

The Brokenagan Backyard Ultra is a challenging trail running event held at 5,500 feet in Silver Star Provincial Park near Vernon, BC. It features a 4.17-mile loop course through alpine forests, meadows, marshlands, and past a mountain lake, utilizing well-maintained cross-country ski trails. The eve..

The Headwall Hustle is a challenging 15-kilometer trail race held at Fernie Alpine Resort in British Columbia. Part of the Elk Valley Ultra series, the course features a scenic and demanding route that climbs through Cedar Bowl to the Headwall, then descends steeply through Timber Bowl to the finish..

The Fat Dog 120 Trail Race is a challenging ultra running event held in British Columbia, Canada, featuring several distance options including a 120-mile race. The point-to-point course starts in Keremeos and finishes in E.C. Manning Provincial Park, covering approximately 124 miles with nearly 8,00..

The Emperor's Challenge is a renowned mountain race held in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, within the UNESCO Global Geopark. Celebrating its 25th year in 2025, the event features a challenging 20 km half marathon on Babcock Mountain, with a summit at 11 km and a total elevation gain of 610 meters...

The Elphinstone Ascent is a vertical kilometre (VK) running event held in Gibsons, British Columbia, Canada. Participants challenge themselves to ascend a steep course, aiming to earn the title of King or Queen of the Mountain, or simply enjoy the climb alongside fellow outdoor enthusiasts. The even..

The Nesters Market Squamish 50, presented by Salomon, is a challenging mountain trail running event held in Squamish, British Columbia, known as the Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada. The marquee 50-mile race features over 85% singletrack trails with more than 11,000 feet of elevation gain and lo..

The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Cobble Hill is a premier trail running event held at Quarry Nature Park in Cobble Hill, BC, Canada. Now in its 8th year, this race features challenging single-track trails through the Cobble Hill Mountain Recreation area, showcasing classic West Coast terr..

The Dirty Feet Heartbreak 100k is an ultra trail running event held at Stake Lake Nordic Centre near Kamloops, BC. It offers multiple distances: 25km, 25km night race, 50km, 100km solo, and relay options for teams up to 8 members. The course features a mix of single and double track trails with hill..

The TranSelkirks Run is an exhilarating mountain running event held in Revelstoke, British Columbia, offering participants a true adventure through rugged terrain. The event features multiple race options, including the Full Stoke, Half Stoke, Stoked Ultra, and Stoked Scramble, catering to various s..

The Black Spur Ultra is an annual trail running event held at Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia, Canada. Celebrating its 10th edition in 2025, the race features challenging courses of 108 km and 54 km, with options for solo runners or relay teams. The ultra is renowned for its technical, w..

The Candle Creek Half Marathon, organized by the Wells Gray Outdoors Club, is an exciting running event set in Clearwater, British Columbia. Scheduled for August 23, 2025, the marathon features various courses, including a kids' 1km, as well as 5km, 10km, and 21km options, allowing participants to r..

The Handloggers Half Marathon is an annual 21 km mountain trail race held on Bowen Island, British Columbia, featuring a challenging counterclockwise loop around Mt. Gardner. Located just a 20-minute ferry ride from West Vancouver, the course offers stunning views and trails through pristine forest...

The Mount Robson Marathon is a community-focused running event held in Mount Robson Provincial Park, British Columbia, along the scenic Berg Lake Trail. It offers four race distances: an Ultra Marathon covering the entire Berg Lake Trail with 825m elevation gain, a Half Marathon to Kinney Lake, a 12..