Trail Running Calendar British Columbia 2026-2027

Trail races of 25 km and 50 km on the Three Blind Mice trails near Penticton on September 19, 2026, with proceeds to Penticton Search and Rescue. Aid stations, finisher medals and a post race BBQ are included.

Ocean Athletics hosts the Festival of Cross Country on September 19 2026 at Crescent Park in South Surrey. Races cover categories from Seahorse to Masters and registration closes September 16 2026.

Trail race in Kelowna on September 20, 2026 offering approximately 21 km, 10 km and 5 km routes. The field is capped at 200 entrants and there is no race day registration.

A 7.4K loop trail race in Summerland BC on 20 September 2026 with about 100 m of elevation. It is the first race in the Interior Running Association Trail Race Series.

Backyard Ultra (Lite) at Otway on Sep 20, 2026 offers Recreation and Almost an Ultra classes with 3.35 km loops and a one-minute reduction in allowed lap time each circuit, plus prizes, snacks and on-site activities.

A trail event on September 26, 2026 in Cumberland supporting the Cumberland Community Forest Society. Three distance options are offered and prizes recognise top fundraisers.

Trail races in Mount Seymour Provincial Park with several distances, routes around Goldie and Flower lakes, and a guided non competitive hiking division for walkers.

A point to point trail near Whistler offering a 9 km runner route and a 7.5 km walking option from Cheakamus to Cal Cheak campground. Registration fees support the Engaruka boarding school in Tanzania.

A 16 km mountain challenge in Nelson BC on September 26, 2026, held ahead of National Truth and Reconciliation Day. The non-profit event climbs about 1200 m and donates proceeds to the Sinixt Confederacy and Pulpit Rock Trail Society.

Trail running in Kenna Cartwright Park offers 5 km, 10 km and 21 km options across mixed roots, rock and dirt trails with double track and single track sections. Expect park views, sagebrush and possible wildlife sightings.

A trail race at Forests for the World offering 5 km and 10 km courses that pass Shane Lake and the Blue Spruce trail. Members register free and the 10 km turnaround includes a water station.

Whistler 50 in Whistler, BC, offers a solo 50 km run of five 10 km laps and team relay options for teams of 4 or 8 covering 50 miles. Presented by BC Athletics with packet pickup in Burnaby and Whistler.

A charity fun run at Riverside Park on October 3, 2026 where runners choose 2.5 km, 5 km or 10 km and eat donuts at stations; proceeds and donated food support the Kamloops Food Bank.

Trail runs in Wilden backcountry on October 3 2026 with 10K, 5K, a dog category and a kids run. Proceeds support the Wilden Legacy Fund for Youth Mental Health.

The Triple Crown Ultra will take place in Belcarra on Saturday 3 October 2026. You can run 57 kilometers.

A loop trail race in Penticton, BC on October 4, 2026 covering 8.2 km with 250 m of elevation gain. It is race number 2 in the Interior Running Association Trail Race Series and includes a mapped Strava route.

Season's End is a late fall community trail event at Predator Ridge offering 6 km and 10 km options for runners and mountain bikers on flowing singletrack. The event is cupless so bring your own drink container.

Multi distance trail event at Myra Bellevue with routes on the KVR and technical single track, aid stations and shuttle service. Options range from a kids 1 km to a 35 km course with on course support and lunch at the finish.

A technical single-track trail race on Sumas Mountain on October 10, 2026, offering 10 km, 20 km and 30 km loops, aid stations, finish food, podium prizes and a 30 km team challenge.

The Hoodoo 8K will take place in Kamloops on Sunday 11 October 2026. You can run 8 kilometers.