The Pemby Pounder
Pemberton, Canada • 20 Jun 2026
The Pemby Pounder Trail Run
The Pemby Pounder takes place in Pemberton, British Columbia on June 20, 2026. All courses start and finish at Den Duyf Park at the base of the McKenzie trail network near Mount Currie.
The routes feature steep climbs and technical descents, with sections through old growth forest, rugged alpine views and panoramas to the valley floor. Terrain and elevation change across the courses provide varied trail conditions.
Distances offered:
- 9 km The Quarter Pounder, 261 m ascent and descent.
- 22 km The Half Pounder, 963 m of ascent.
- 42 km The Full Pounder Trail Marathon, 1861 m of ascent.
Entry includes custom run socks, a finisher medal and for marathon participants a custom beer glass. Five dollars from every entry is donated to the Pemberton Valley Trails Association. Awards are given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall and 1st Masters (50 plus) for male and female categories. A $100 course record bonus is available.
Post race food and drinks are provided with gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. The event also provides a professional first aid support team and post race ice baths supplied by We Dip Whistler. Youth pricing applies for participants under 18 on the 9 km and 22 km entries. The event is locally owned and operated by Endurance Specific Events and supports community fundraising for the Lil’wat Nation Recreation Department and the Pemberton Valley Trails Association. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.