Death Race
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About the race
The Canadian Death Race is the 27th annual event held in Grande Cache, Alberta, on July 31–August 1, 2027. The race weekend includes a full ultramarathon, a new 50 km ultramarathon, relay options and a kids race, with race activities such as racer check‑in, volunteer and racer meetings, and awards.
Course details for the full race note that it begins and ends on a 1,300 m plateau, traverses three mountain summits, and includes more than 5,000 m of total elevation change. The route also features a major river crossing at Hell's Gate canyon at the confluence of the Smoky and Sulphur Rivers. For 2027 there are course changes, including converting the Near Death Marathon into a 50 km distance.
A Racer Information Package is available for full race details, including course specifics and event procedures. The event location is listed as 10450 Hoppe Ave, Grande Cache, AB, Canada. Distances offered include: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 120k Ultra
- 50k Ultra (Near Death, new for 2027)
- Relay
- Kids' Death Race