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Headwall Hustle

Fernie, Canada • 26 Jul 2026

Event overview

The Headwall Hustle is a 15 km trail race held on July 26, 2026, in Fernie, BC, at Fernie Alpine Resort. The race is a segment of the Elk Valley Ultra and follows a loop that climbs through Cedar Bowl to the Headwall, then crosses into Timber Bowl for a steep descent to the finish. The event start is at Fernie Alpine Resort and the finish is at the race venue.

Distances

  • 15 km
  • 15 km Youth (19)

Registration and categories

Entry is limited to 200 racers for the 15 km. Early bird and regular pricing apply: adult early bird $100, regular $120 (regular pricing begins March 1); youth (19) early bird $80, regular $100. Youth competitors claiming the youth category must have a parent or guardian contact the Race Director before registering. All racers must complete an online RCR event waiver and have their RCR Event Release Agreement ID available; the name on the waiver must match the registration account. Entries may be transferred by contacting the Race Director.

Services and race weekend

The event includes a swag bag, sticker, technical socks, finish line brunch buffet, category trophies, free racer photo downloads, and a fully stocked aid station. There is a compulsory check-in and waiver signing the Friday before the race at Park Place Lodge. Awards for the 15 km are presented at the finish area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada British Columbia Fernie

Race information

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