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Perseverance Trail Run

Name: Perseverance Trail Run
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Cumberland

Cumberland, Canada • 26 Sep 2026

Perseverance Trail Run 2026

The 23rd Annual Perseverance Trail Run takes place on September 26, 2026 at Number 6 Mine Park, Derwent Avenue, Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada. The event raises funds for the Cumberland Community Forest Society and invites donations during registration.

Donations have supported the CCFS in purchasing and protecting many hectares of forest. Prizes are awarded to top individual and team fundraisers.

The course uses Cumberland's trail network and includes single track, winding cross-country trails, and twisting forest paths. Runners should expect some ascents and descents.

Distances offered:

3 km X-Country Romp
6 km Cumby Cruise
12 km Mountain Run

Teams can register together or separately. Teams are limited to four people, team members do not need to run together, and team awards are based solely on fundraising. The event also lists sponsors, offers volunteer opportunities, and has a merch purchase only registration option. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada British Columbia Cumberland

Race information

Website

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

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