Three Blind Mice 50K
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About the race
Three Blind Mice 50K/25K is a trail race near Penticton, B.C., held on September 19, 2026. The event takes place on the Three Blind Mice trail network and uses mostly single track trails with technical climbs and descents. Both races start and finish at the Poplar Grove Road parking lot and follow a first loop via Southern Dancer, Bronco, Rainbow, Neverland, and Narnia. The 50K includes a second loop using Marmot, Tripod, Sidewinder, Rusty Muffler, Corral, Fred, and Slabs.
Distances
- 25K : Elevation gain ~3,400 ft; cut-off 7 hours; one loop.
- 50K : Elevation gain ~7,000 ft; cut-off 11 hours; two loops.
Aid stations include Rusty Muffler (first major stop around the 14 km mark) and Pearly Gates (around 24 km and the 50K turnaround). Stations provide water, electrolytes, fruit, PB&J, pickles, and other items. This is a cupless race; runners must carry a reusable cup.
Required gear and logistics note the ability to carry at least 1.5 L of water and recommend a phone, cold weather gear if needed, and nutrition for long stretches between stations. Parking is at D'Angelo Estate Winery about 1 km from the start finish and participants walk the KVR to the race area. 50K runners may bring one small drop bag to Pearly Gates.
All net registration fees are donated to Penticton Search and Rescue. A post race party is held at Abandoned Rail Brewing where each runner receives a voucher for pizza and a beverage. Race rules include staying on marked trails, visible bibs, no pacers, and no dogs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
