Trail Running calendar near Nanaimo 2025-2026

The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Ladysmith is a premier trail running event held at Transfer Beach Park in Ladysmith, BC, Canada. 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 scen..

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 through the North Shore Mountains with nearly 2,500 meters (8,250 feet) of climbing and descent. Participants can choos..

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

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 Dream Nation Apparel Vancouver Island 24 Hour is a multi-distance endurance running event held at the Cowichan Sportsplex in Duncan, BC, Canada. Scheduled for September 20, 2025, it features 3, 6, 12, and 24-hour races, a 100km event, and team categories for 2-10 participants. The goal is to cov..

The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Qualicum Bay is a premier trail running event held in Qualicum Beach, BC, Canada. It features two main race distances: a challenging 26-kilometer long course with 380 meters of vertical gain, and a shorter 11-kilometer course with 160 meters of vertical ga..

Hallows Eve 2025 is a thrilling trail running event held at Inter River Bike Park in North Vancouver, BC, Canada. Participants can choose from a marathon, half marathon, or 10 km trail race, all featuring some of the North Shore’s most challenging and spooky trails, fitting the Halloween theme. The..

The Vancouver First Responders Trail Run is a fundraising running event held at Pacific Spirit Regional Park in Vancouver, BC. Scheduled for November 2, 2025, it offers race distances of 5K, 10K, and a half marathon (21K), catering to both seasoned runners and newcomers. Participants race through sc..

The Phantom Run is a relaxed and enjoyable winter fundraising race held at Lynn Canyon Park East Parking Lot in North Vancouver, BC. Participants can choose from three distances: 12K, 19.5K, and 25K, running through the lower North Shore trails near the Seymour River. The course features a mix of te..