Valley Vertikiller Trail Race

Valley Vertikiller Trail Race

Valley Vertikiller takes place on Teq’qéyex (Sumas Mountain), on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Sema:th (Sumas) First Nation. It is a grassroots Fraser Valley trail race and the youngest member of the Fat Dog family. The event date is October 10, 2026.

The event uses looped courses that are mostly on single track trails of varied technicality. Distances offered:

• 30 km: nearly 1,500 m elevation gain, summit ascent and technical descent.
• 20 km: nearly 1,000 m elevation gain, follows parts of the 30 km route.
• 10 km: 400 m elevation gain, shorter loop with climbs and forest views.

All distances feature well stocked aid stations and a fully catered finish area. Homemade soup and pie are provided at the finish as part of the Canadian Thanksgiving celebration. Participants receive custom racer swag. Podium places and cash prizes are awarded to the top three finishers; additional awards include 500 CAD for the first place team, prizes for new course records, and draw prizes. The 30 km Team Challenge is open to teams of five or more, with the combined times of the fastest five members determining team results. Registration opens February 1. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.