Tackle the Toad

Toad Mountain, Canada • 27 Jun 2026

Event overview

Tackle The Toad is a trail race held on Toad Mountain above Nelson, with views of Kootenay Lake. The event offers two course options and takes place on June 27, 2026. The courses run through alpine terrain with winding single-track and varied surfaces, and include steep climbs. The 50 km course is listed with about 2500 m of elevation gain. A 20 km course is offered as the classic route.

Distances

  • 20 km - listed as a 20K route; a mapped route measures about 19.4 km with 836 m elevation gain.
  • 50 km - listed as a full 50K course with about 2500 m elevation gain.

Registration and fees

Registration is offered in three periods with different fees. Early registration (Nov 10 - Dec 31) is priced at $95 for 20 km and $150 for 50 km. Regular registration (Jan 1 - Mar 31) is $105 for 20 km and $160 for 50 km. Late registration (Apr 1 - Jun 1) is $115 for 20 km and $170 for 50 km. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
20 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Challenge yourself on rugged singletrack at Whitewater Mountain Resort on July 25 with 10 km or 15 km trail runs and alpine views. Bring a bottle for this cupless event and enjoy post race music and barbecue.