Valley Vertikiller Trail Race

Valley Vertikiller Trail Race 2026

The Valley Vertikiller takes place in Abbotsford, BC at 37779 Taggart Rd and offers three loop trail courses. Most of each route is single-track, with a mix of flowy sections and technical terrain.

Distances offered

• 30 km with nearly 1,500 m of elevation gain.
• 20 km with nearly 1,000 m of elevation gain.
• 10 km with about 400 m of elevation gain.

The 30 km course climbs to the peak of Sumas Mountain, passes Chadsey Lake, crosses creeks and several viewpoints, and includes an aid station at the Eastern Lookout. The 20 km follows much of the same route and features substantial climbing and technical single-track. The 10 km Verticuddler stays on the lower part of the mountain and offers a shorter, flowy loop with technical trail sections.

All distances include well-stocked aid stations, finish-line food (soup, buns, pumpkin pie and snacks), and a custom racer hat. Podium and cash prizes are awarded to the top three finishers, with an additional CA$500 for the first-place team, bonuses for new course records, and draw prizes.

A 30 km Team Challenge scores teams of five or more by the combined finish times of the fastest five members; winning teams receive a team trophy and special prizes, and team members receive a 10% registration discount via a code for team captains. Age rules require runners to be at least 10 years old for the 10 km and 18 years old for the 20 km and 30 km, with parental consent and guardian presence requirements for minors. Poles are permitted on the 20 km and 30 km with a duty to allow passing. Dogs are not allowed on course but may be in the finish area on leash away from food. The event is organized by FatDog 120 Race Management Inc. Partial proceeds go to Central Fraser Valley Search and Rescue. Registration is non-refundable though a deferral option is available under specified conditions; bibs are non-transferable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.