Tackle the Toad is a trail race that takes runners on a epic journey through some of the best and varied terrain the area has to offer, between interior rainforests and breath-taking views of Kootenay Lake, it really is something special! Racers have the option of either take on the 20k or 50k distances. The race fee’s also include a donation to Nelson Cycle Club who are the caretakers the world class trails in the area.
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Run Comfy Numb is consistently a favourite amongst trail runners. Run the iconic 25K course, one of the most beautiful point-to-point races in British Columbia, or challenge yourself with our 50K ultra distance. The 50k includes a 25k out-n-back on fast and flowy terrain before joining the Comfortable Numb trail.
The Frosty Mountain Ultra will lead you to the peak of Frosty Mountain and through unbelievable alpine meadows. With 360 degree views throughout and a start/finish at beautiful Lightning Lake, this race is an unforgettable journey. There will be a post-race BBQ at the Lightning Lake finish line for all participants.
The Haliburton Forest Trail Race takes place in the privately owned Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve Ltd. Participants experience the primal beauty found along the trails at Haliburton Forest, running through the heavily forested, hilly and lakes and streams filled area displaying nature at it’s best. The event offers a distance option for all level of runners, from 12K to 26K, to 50K and 50M, all the way up to the signature event, the Haliburton Forest 100 Miler.
The Ultra Trail Whistler by UTMB is an epic event set in Whistler Blackcomb, a world class resort. Each course tours this iconic destination and provides a balance of challenge and beauty. Runners will experience views of Black Tusk, mountain lakes, and alpine vistas. Enjoy two days of racing and three distances.
Diez Vista is one of the most historic ultras in the country. Founded by local trail runners to showcase the trails and terrain around Port Moody, the race has developed an incredibly loyal following, and has attracted some of the biggest names in ultra running over it’s storied history. The race starts and finishes at Sasamat Lake in Belcarra Regional Park, and takes runners up and down the trails of neighbouring Buntzen Lake, including its namesake Diez Vistas trail. Runners…
The Dirty Feet Heartbreak 100 is a very runnable 100K or 50K course at the Stake Lake Nordic Centre. The course has a mix of single track, double track, hills, rocks and roots along the way. This run is for all levels of runners, and there is also a 25K and Relay option. The trails are awesome and have great views, a lush landscape with lots of birds and ponds along the way. Expect great swag, a professionally marked course,…
**Virtual Race- No Bear, Yes Bear Nimble Bear is one tough cookie of a race. Whether you participate in the 10K, 25K or 50K events, you’ll be sure to feel challenged. The 50K course will roughly be 2 loops of the 25K, which is notably one of the hardest of its distance within BC, with 3350 feet of technical and steep terrain. The 10K is no small potato either with 1,400 feet elevation gain. The terrain in all 3 distances…
The Finlayson Arm is atough 28K, 50K and 50M trail race with lots of elevation and spectacular views! The 50K and 100K run, is a mix of single track, double track, and coastal mountain trails that are littered with Arbutus Trees and old growth forest that begins at the Goldstream Provincial Park in Victoria, BC. The run has numerous difficult climbs: Mt. Finlayson, Mt. Work, and Mckenzie Bight to Jocelyn Hill, but there are awesome views from all three of…
The TranSelkirks is a multi-day, point-to-point trail running experience based out of Revelstoke. The run is a multi-day trail running adventure which allows athletes to access and traverse wild and remote landscapes, while building camaraderie, overcoming adversity and sharing a singular adventure.