Vedder Mountain Challenge

Cultus Lake, Canada • 30 May 2026

Vedder Mountain Challenge

The Vedder Mountain Challenge is a two-day sporting event held in Cultus Lake, British Columbia. It was formerly known as Conquer the Vedder. The first day is dedicated to trail running, offering two distances: 15 km and 35 km. The second day is a multisport day featuring a unique SUP-Ride-Run format. Participation in the multisport event is available for solo athletes or teams of three. A package for the whole series offers a steep discount.

The event supports the Vedder Mountain Trails Association (VMTA) through fundraising. Registration is open for several categories:

  • 35 KM Trail Run : Entry fee of $95.
  • 15 KM Trail Run : Entry fee of $75.
  • Solo (SUP-Ride-Run) : Entry fee of $195.
  • Relay (SUP-Ride-Run | 3-person) : Entry fee of $375 for the team.
  • 15 KM Trail Run for Student : Discounted rate for students with valid ID.

A participation cap is set at 50 teams for the relay, meaning a maximum of 150 participants for that event. Registration and donations are handled through the Race Roster platform. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

35 km
35 Km Trail Run
15 km
15 Km Trail Run for Student
15 km
15 Km Trail Run
Solo (sup-Ride-Run)
Relay (sup-Ride-Run | 3-Person)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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