Trail Running calendar near Port Alberni 2026-2027

Run across mossy forests, coastal bluffs, and sweeping island views on Hornby Island on March 14, 2026 with 25 km and 50 km trail options for adventurous runners. Celebrate post race with food and community by the sea.

Join the Cumby Trail Race on May 2, 2026 for runnable, scenic routes through the Cumberland Community Forest with options from a new short youth course to the full Cumby. Proceeds support the forest and registration opens Feb 1, 2026.

Hit the trails at the Vancouver Island Trail Running Series in Lake Cowichan on May 9, 2026, with scenic 26k and 13k course options plus a kids race. Enjoy beautiful singletrack, friendly competition and community vibes on Vancouver Island.

Hit the trails in Port Alberni for the Vancouver Island Trail Running Series with scenic 22 km and 10 km courses starting and finishing at E.J. Dunn Elementary. Stay for a post race BBQ and family fun with a kids race on offer.

Run Saysutshun is a coastal single track loop around Saysutshun Island with cedar groves, sandstone cliffs and ocean lookouts. Choose timed or fixed distances from 10 km to 24 hours for a scenic trail and endurance challenge.

Run scenic coastal trails at the Vancouver Island Trail Running Series in Ladysmith on July 4, 2026. Choose from a 20 km long course, a 10 km short course, or a kid's race for family friendly fun.

Challenge yourself on flowing singletrack through Cumberland BC's rainshadow forest with sustained climbs and steep descents. Choose 50K, 30K or 15K with start and finish at Village Park plus music, post race food and a beer garden.

Run scenic forest and coastal trails at the Vancouver Island Trail Running Series Qualicum Bay on October 24 2026, with 26 km and 11 km options plus a kids race. Friendly community atmosphere for runners of all abilities.