The YEG Traverse

Edmonton, Canada • 20 Jun 2026

The YEG Traverse 2026

The YEG Traverse is a choose your own trail race that passes through Edmonton's river valley. The route starts on the bridge underneath the Anthony Henday near Cameron Heights and finishes on the bridge underneath the Anthony Henday where it crosses the river in the Northeast. The course follows trails across the entire river valley.

The event can be completed solo or as a team of two, with a transition area halfway for relay teams. A new option called the Half Traverse allows runners who want to run only one half to run the second half starting at the aid station at River Valley Adventure Co.

Registration is limited and pricing is shown for early bird and regular periods. Listed fees are CA$71.86 for the early bird period (Apr 1 - Apr 18) and CA$82.59 for the regular period (Apr 18 - May 30). The event is organized in Edmonton and supported by local Edmonton favourites. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

The Yeg Half Traverse
The Yeg Traverse
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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