Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Ladysmith

Ladysmith, Canada • 4 Jul 2026

Event overview

Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Ladysmith 2026 is a trail running event held at Transfer Beach Park, Captain Tristan de Konnick Way, Ladysmith, BC, Canada on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The event is part of the Frontrunners Vancouver Island Trail Running Series, which stages trail races on Vancouver Island and nearby trail networks in Western Canada. Registration for the event opens December 5, 2025 and online registration closes July 2, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Courses and entry

The event includes three race options:

  • Long Course - approximately 20 km
  • Short Course - approximately 10 km
  • Kid's Race

Current listed registration prices (Canadian funds) vary by date:

  • Kid's Race: $13.14
  • Short Course (early): $68.69; later price $90.90; race-day fee $120
  • Long Course (early): $79.80; later price $102.00; race-day fee $140

Fee notes state that 5% GST will be applied at checkout and an online processing fee will be added. Payments are accepted by Visa, MasterCard, Amex, and Discover. Online registration is subject to the organizer’s posted pricing schedule and currency terms. Fundraising activity for the event is listed with participating organizations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 km
Long Course
10 km
Short Course
Kid's Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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