Trail Running calendar near Merritt 2026-2027

Kick off the Dirty Feet trail running series in Kamloops. Choose from three distances on the grasslands trails, with prizes and refreshments for all.

The Coldwater Classic is a two-day trail running and mountain biking event near Merritt. Run on Saturday and bike on Sunday, with 10 km or 26 km options for each. Free on-site camping lets you make a weekend of it.

A trail running event at the Stake Lake Nordic Centre featuring 25km, 50km, and 100km distances. The mixed-terrain course is open to solo runners and relay teams. Registration includes custom swag, coffee, and finisher medals or a belt buck..

A grassroots trail race in Kenna Cartwright Park near Kamloops offering 50K, 25K, 14K and a new 8K. Expect rolling single and double track with some steep sections and limited shade.

Traverse the scenic trails of Kenna Cartwright Park in Kamloops, with distances of 5km, 10km, and 21km. The route offers a mix of terrain with views of the Thompson River valley. This trail run is scheduled for a September Sunday.

A fun, food-themed charity run supporting the Kamloops Food Bank. Choose your distance and see how many donuts you can eat along the looped course. All finishers receive a special donut-themed award.

Take on the trails of Kamloops with the Hoodoo 8K. This 8 km loop course features 175 m of elevation gain. It's the third race in the Interior Running Association's autumn trail series.