Black Lung Ultra

Black Lung Ultra Marathon, Nordegg AB

Presented by Coliseum Sports & Entertainment, the Black Lung Ultra Marathon returns for its third edition on September 12, 2026, in Nordegg, Alberta. The event lists Nordegg Community Hall as the venue address.

The race is a 62 km route run in three stages. The course runs through the David Thompson corridor at the entrance to the Rocky Mountains, along mountain ridges and through Nordegg, a former mining town with historical ties to the coal industry.

Registration options include solo and team entries for the 62 km distance. The published fees are CA$265.97 for solo entry and CA$233.66 for team entry, with prices described as inclusive of mandatory charges.

The event name references the health risks associated with long shifts in coal dust covered conditions. The course description notes mountainous terrain and a three-leg format that entrants complete according to their chosen entry type. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.