YYC Sub Ultra Trail Run
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YYC Sub Ultra Trail Run
The YYC Sub Ultra Trail Run takes place at Nose Hill Park, starting from the Edgemont parking lot (corner of Shaganappi Trail and Edgemont Blvd) on August 30, 2026. The event offers multiple trail distances with GPX route files available.
Distances:
- 34 km two 17 km laps
- 17 km one lap
- 6.8 km one lap
- 2 km kids out and back
Course and aid: the 17 km route has an aid station and porto potty near the Calgary Winter Club at about 8.5 km. The 34 km has aid stations at roughly 8.5 km, 17 km and 25.5 km. Aid stations provide water, F2C Glycodurance mango, gummies, Oreo cookies, pretzels and additional items. Elevation gains listed include about 497 m for 17 km and about 994 m for 34 km; the 6.8 km and 2 km courses show about 77 m gain.
Included items and services: a YYC Sub Ultra swag item, racer bib and pins, complimentary race photos, on course medical and safety support, clearly marked course, official chip timing by Startline Timing, finisher arch, music, a race announcer and a post race sticky bun from Kashew Bakery (dairy free). Athletes receive Naak gels and waffles and 7 Summits Snacks is a presenting partner.
Entries and policies: prices vary by registration period. A 10% age discount applies automatically for ages 55 and over. There are no refunds. Registrations may be rolled over to 2027 for a $50 fee if done before August 1, 2026, and transfers to another racer are allowed for a $10 fee. Transfers between distances are permitted up to August 28, 2026 with applicable fees for moving to a longer distance.
Volunteer roles are listed for course marking, package pick up, course marshals and aid station support; volunteers receive a treat from Kashew Bakery and event swag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
