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Futterwacken Trail Run

Name: Futterwacken Trail Run
Start: 2026-09-05
End: 2026-09-05
Location: Elkwater

Elkwater, Canada • 5 Sep 2026

Futterwacken Trail Run

This is the 11th annual Futterwacken Trail Run, organized by the Mad Hatters Running Club and held in Elkwater, Alberta. All participants receive a finisher medal. Commemorative T shirts are available to order through registration.

Early bird registration opens on May 15. Entry fees increase monthly until the cutoff on September 4 or until the event is full. The event has sold out in recent years.

Participants may choose between three route options. Those planning to walk are encouraged to enter one of the shorter routes.

2 km
5 km
10 km

Detailed course information will be provided once routes are finalized. The description focuses on organizer, location, available distances, registration timing, and the availability of a finisher medal and event T shirts as stated in the event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada Alberta Elkwater

Race information

Website

10 km

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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