5 Peaks - Powderface Marathon
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Powderface Mountain Marathon and Half Marathon
The event takes place on June 26, 2027 at Station Flats, Kananaskis. It offers trail running on singletrack through Kananaskis country and includes creek crossings on both distances.
Distances:
- 42 km marathon with about 1200 m elevation gain
- Half marathon
The field is limited to 150 total runners. All runners must carry mandatory gear at all times: a hydration pack or the ability to carry at least 1 litre of liquid, a jacket, gloves, and a head covering that covers the ears. Suggested items include trail shoes, a vest or belt for fuel, and bear spray. Runners should expect wet feet at the creek crossings.
Aid stations provide water, electrolyte drink, cola, fruit, pretzels, and chips. Drop bags can be placed at aid stations if labeled with the runner name and target checkpoint. Washroom facilities are located in the parking lot at the start and finish area. Parking at Station Flats is limited so carpooling is recommended.
For safety, certain items are not allowed on course: dogs, headphones, and strollers or baby joggers. Aid station cut offs at aid station 3 (23 km) and aid station 4 (32 km) are enforced for marathon runners. All finishers receive a finisher medal and additional prizes are awarded to the top three in each gender for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
