Slay the Dragon
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Slay the Dragon
Slay the Dragon is a three day trail running weekend at Silver Star Mountain Resort near Vernon, BC, held June 25–27, 2027 to mark the event's tenth anniversary. The event offers multiple race formats on alpine terrain and signed singletrack with unobstructed views of the Monashee Mountains. Runners begin at high elevation and the course reaches panoramic viewpoints at about 6,280 feet.
Distances offered:
- 13.6 km
- 26 km
- 50 km In addition there is a kids course of about 2.5 km and a Dragon Vertical Climb of about 1.1 miles with roughly 480 m of vertical gain.
Race services and logistics include an athlete activation village and sponsor expo, professional chip timing and race photography, fully stocked aid stations with drinks, electrolytes, gels, fruit and some glutenless options, and a post-race meal for entrants. The event is cupless: runners must carry a reusable cup, bottle or hydration system for aid station refills. Race entry items and pack pickup are handled at the Adventure Center; 50 km runners may drop bags for a specific aid station during package pickup.
Safety and rules are enforced: courses are marked, volunteers and marshals monitor checkpoints, waivers are required, and mandatory gear requirements vary by distance (for example minimum fluid and emergency clothing). Cutoffs and race rules apply; aid stations and first aid support are provided along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
