Loop the Vedder Trail Half Marathon

Chilliwack, Canada • 31 Oct 2026

Events and distances

Loop the Vedder is a trail race scheduled for October 31, 2026 in Chilliwack, BC. The event includes:

  • Half marathon (loop)
  • 10K
  • Kids run

The course follows trails along the Vedder River and through the Chilliwack River Valley. It features fast, flat gravel sections and winding single-track trail segments. The route offers views of the Cascade Mountain Range.

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Organizer, location and focus

Peaks and Valleys Event Co produces trail running and outdoor recreation events in and around Chilliwack, BC and the Cascade mountain range. The organization stages events that include children’s races and partners with local businesses and groups. The events are held within the unceded traditional territory of the Stó:lō peoples, and the organizer states an aim to share the history and landscapes of the areas where races take place. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Kids Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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