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Meet the Minotaur

Blairmore, Canada • 21 Jun 2025

The Minotaur SkyRace, held in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, is a premier skyrunning event and an official race in the Skyrunner® World Series. The main race covers 33.5 km with a challenging elevation gain of 2900 meters, featuring a rugged, remote course through Canadian wilderness. It offers a 12-hour cut-off and attracts a competitive field with cash prizes for the top finishers. Additionally, the Mini-Taur 10 km race, known as Canada's hardest 10 km, includes 1000 meters of vertical gain and shares the first 5 km with the main race. Both races provide a thrilling mountain experience with stunning views and demanding terrain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada Alberta Blairmore

Race information

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33 km
2900 m+
Minotaur Skyrace
10 km
950 m+
Mini-Taur 10 Km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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