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Victoria – Royal Roads

Victoria, Canada • 11 Apr 2026

Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Victoria - Royal Roads

The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series features an event in Victoria, British Columbia, held at Royal Roads University. This series is designed to take runners off paved roads and into the trail networks of Western Canada. The event provides a variety of routes suitable for different preferences, focusing on natural terrain.

Available distances and course specifications include:

  • Long Course: approximately 11 km with 300 m of vertical gain.
  • Short Course: approximately 6 km with 100 m of vertical gain.
  • Kid's Race: a dedicated category for younger participants.

The event is associated with fundraising efforts for the Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society. Registration is primarily conducted online, with a deadline of April 9, 2026. Participants have the option to transfer registrations or purchase them as gifts. While online registration is the standard method, race day registration is also possible with increased fees. Payment is accepted in Canadian funds through major credit cards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada British Columbia Victoria

Race information

Website Registration
11 km
Long Course
6 km
Short Course
Kid's Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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