Wildhorse Traverse 50k
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About the race
Wildhorse Traverse : 50K is a remote point to point trail race from Bertram Creek Regional Park to Manitou Park in Naramata, British Columbia. The course covers technical singletrack, sections of historic railway and remote canyon terrain, with approximately 1,896 metres of ascent and about 1,903 metres of descent. The event has a field cap of 450 runners.
Aid stations are located roughly around 20–21K, 35K and 46.5K; Aid Station #2 accepts one drop bag per runner and has limited crew access. The race is cup free; runners must carry a reusable cup or bottle. Organizers require mandatory gear including a lightweight jacket and an emergency blanket, and minimum on-course carrying capacity of 1.5 litres of fluid and about 400 calories of fuel. Recommended items include a warm layer, sun protection, a cell phone and bear spray.
Shuttle service from the finish area to the start is offered for an additional fee; shuttle seats must be reserved before the published cutoff for shuttle registration. Runners should expect long, remote sections and plan to be self-sufficient between aid stations. The event includes a custom event T‑shirt (opt out available), a shoe bag, chip timing, a handmade finisher medal and a post-race meal; prizes are awarded to the top three male and top three female finishers.
The race takes place on the traditional territory of the Okanagan Syilx people. The organizers practice several green race measures such as composting and reusable course materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
