Castle Alpine Trail Race

Pincher Creek No. 9, Canada • 19 Sep 2026

Event overview

Castle Alpine Trail Race is held at Castle Mountain Resort, Alberta, on September 19, 2026. The event is a trail ultramarathon offered as 28 km for solo runners or relay teams. The field is limited to 200 racers. The listed event duration is 8.5 hours. Evening entertainment and live music are planned at the resort after the race.

Course and logistics

The course covers two mountain summits and an alpine valley, combining wide vistas, rugged single track, off-trail sections, and sustained climbing. Each stage starts and ends at Castle Mountain Resort. Relay transitions use a central transition area (TA); Leg 1 runs clockwise, Leg 2 counterclockwise, and Leg 3 clockwise. Checkpoints are located throughout each stage; all stages have at least one staffed checkpoint with drinking water and some snack foods. Support crews may station themselves near the transition area. Racers without a support crew may leave a waterproof drop bag at the TA.

Registration and categories

Registration is open to solo runners and teams of two to three. The page lists a registration opening date of October 1 and a registration deadline of September 10 or when full. Categories include Female Solo, Male Solo, Co-ed Team, Female Team, and Male Team. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

28 km
28k Solo or Relay
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