Elk Valley Ultra

Fernie, Canada • 25 Jul 2026

Event

Elk Valley Ultra takes place in Fernie, BC on July 25, 2026. The event offers the following distances:

  • 50 km
  • 15 km

Each distance has a maximum field of 200 racers. Entry fees are listed as TBD. Age and award categories include Male, Female, Non-Binary, 40 (Open), 40-59 and 60+. Prizing is awarded 1st-3rd in each category. Youths aged 19 who wish to compete in the 50 km must have a parent or guardian contact the Race Director before registering.

Race details and services

The event package includes an event shirt; shirts are ordered by May 31 and sizes are not exchangeable, so racers should select sizes accordingly. Entries may be transferred with the Race Director. On-course support and services listed include fully stocked aid stations, Zone4 chip timing with on-course tracking, free racer photography downloads, finish line barbecue and beer, and finisher medals plus top-3 trophies by category. Part of the entry fee is donated to the Fernie Trails Alliance to support the local trail network. Registration opens January 20, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
15 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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