Trail Running calendar near Vancouver 2026-2027

Multi Grouse Grind Challenge at Grouse Mountain on June 22, 2026 asks participants to complete as many Grouse Grind ascents as possible while fundraising for North Shore Rescue; entry requires a $150 fundraising minimum.

Explore the scenic trail networks of Ladysmith at this trail running event on Vancouver Island. Participants can choose between a 10 km or 20 km course starting from Transfer Beach Park in British Columbia.

A volunteer run 30 mile trail race on Vancouver’s North Shore that supports North Shore Search and Rescue. The course follows the Baden Powell Trail, has nine aid stations and a 10 hour cutoff, and uses random selection for entries.

Trail race at Cypress Mountain offering multiple distances from kids races to a 16.4 km Grit course. The course mixes singletrack, steep doubletrack and technical alpine sections; cup free with on-course aid and optional finisher medals.

Test your endurance on the rugged North Shore Mountains with technical trail races of 35 km and 50 km. Experience a massive 2500 meter climb starting from the scenic Mount Seymour Resort.

A multi day endurance event at Lake Padden offering six, twelve, twenty four and thirty two hour races on a marked 2.6 mile loop with night lighting, on course aid, and awards for top finishers.

A vertical kilometre in Gibsons on August 1, 2026, where runners can compete for King or Queen of the Mountain or climb together socially. Participants gather at the top and descend together.

A trail race on August 8, 2026, starting at Fairhaven Park and running into Larrabee State Park. Routes showcase forest, lakes, and narrow ridgelines with options of 12K, 25K and 50K and significant elevation gain.

Trail race weekend in Squamish, British Columbia on August 15 and 16, 2026. The 50 mile course features over 85% singletrack and more than 11,000 feet of ascent and descent.

Trail race at Quarry Nature Park on August 15, 2026 offering about 25 km and 12 km courses plus a kids race. Routes use single track through rocky, rooty sections and old growth forest.

A 21 km trail half marathon and relay on Bowen Island circling Mount Gardner, held around Labour Day and sanctioned by BC Athletics. The event supports the Bowen Island Trail Society and opens registration in April 2026.

A trail running event at Smoke Bluffs Park in Squamish on September 5, 2026, offering 3 hour timed formats, a single lap Coffee Run, and a 1 km Little Lapper for children.

Poco Trail Relay on September 6, 2026 is a four‑leg team relay in Port Coquitlam. Teams of 1 to 4 share the course with staffed exchange points and a finish at Hyde Creek Rec Centre.

Experience a historic 25 km self supported trail race through the stunning alpine meadows and volcanic landmarks of Garibaldi Provincial Park.

A two day 70 mile trail relay at Moran State Park on Orcas Island, run over twelve legs by teams of two to six. The course moves through forests, lakeshores, wetlands and the 2,399 foot Mount Constitution summit.

Trail races at Alice Lake with local and virtual options across marathon, half and shorter distances, limited to 350 participants and including a 5 CAD donation per registration to the CMHA STEPS Program.

Timed track event in Duncan with 3 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour formats plus a virtual option, and the ACU 100 km national championship. Proceeds benefit the Victoria Hospitals Foundation.

Trail running event at Mt Seymour Provincial Park with routes through forest and around Goldie and Flower lakes. Distances range from 1 km to 14.1 km and a supported non-competitive hiking division is available.

Valley Vertikiller is a trail race on Teq’qéyex (Sumas Mountain) with 10 km, 20 km and 30 km courses featuring significant elevation gain, single-track trails and aid stations. Teams compete for trophies and cash prizes.

Race through the technical trails of North Vancouver in this Halloween themed event featuring 10 km, 22 km, and marathon distances. Enjoy costume awards and a festive atmosphere while tackling the rugged North Shore terrain.