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The Phantom Run

Name: The Phantom Run
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-14
Location: North Vancouver

North Vancouver, Canada • 14 Nov 2026

The Phantom Run 2026

The Phantom Run is an end-of-year fundraising race through the lower reaches of the North Shore trails near the Seymour River. The courses run on technical and non-technical trails, featuring some steep climbs and descents. The event is held at the Lynn Canyon Park East Parking Lot in North Vancouver, BC.

Three race distances are offered: a 12K, a 19.5K, and a 25K run. After the race, participants are served hot soup and other food. The event also contributes to a food bank; runners are asked to bring non-perishable packaged food to donate.

The event series is organized by Trail Whisperer Race Series. Registration is open with tiered pricing based on the date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada British Columbia North Vancouver

Race information

Website Registration

25 km

25k Run

20 km

19.5k Run

12 km

12k Run

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

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