5 Peaks - Canmore Nordic Center #2

Event overview

This 5 Peaks Trail Running event takes place at the Canmore Nordic Centre in Canmore, Alberta, as part of the Central Alberta 5 Peaks Trail Running Series. The venue includes a network of singletrack trails and was the host venue for the nordic and biathlon events at the 1988 Winter Olympics. The race course loops through lower and upper trail sections and features hill climbs, technical and flowy singletrack, and elevation gain. The start/finish area is on the main stadium with mountain views and an on-site expo with post-race food.

The event is cup-free. Water and electrolyte drink are available at the start/finish area and at one or more aid stations on course. Participants expected to be out longer than an hour should carry a receptacle for fluids and nutrition. As per venue policy, sport, enduro, and grit participants must carry bear spray; children in the 1 km and 3 km events are not required to carry bear spray and additional volunteers will assist those courses. Washroom facilities are available at the start/finish area. Parking is available in main and overflow lots near the Day Lodge; a Kananaskis Pass is required for the day and is not included with registration.

Distances

• 1 km - Kids
• 3 km - Kids
• 7 km - Sport (run or hike)
• 12.2 km - Enduro (run or hike)
• 19.3 km - Grit (run)

Awards are given to top finishers by gender and age category in each distance, plus top three male and female overall. Swag and finisher medals are not included with individual race registration and must be picked up at the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.