5 Peaks - Canmore Nordic Center #2
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About the race
The 5 Peaks - Canmore Nordic Center #2 takes place at the Canmore Nordic Centre in Alberta, a venue famous for hosting the nordic and biathlon events of the 1988 Winter Olympics. The race course utilizes a professional network of singletrack and doubletrack trails featuring significant elevation gain and mountain views.
Participants can choose from a range of distances catering to various ambitions:
- 1 km (Kids)
- 3 km (Kids)
- 7 km (Sport Run or Hike)
- 12.2 km (Enduro Run or Hike)
- 19.3 km (Grit Run)
The course is characterized by steep hill climbs and technical singletrack sections. The routes loop through both the lower and upper trail networks, with the start and finish area located in the main stadium. Due to the location's terrain and local regulations, several safety rules are in effect. All participants in the Sport, Enduro, and Grit categories are required to carry bear spray.
This is a cup-free event, meaning no disposable cups are provided at aid stations; runners must carry their own hydration receptacles. Parking is available near the Day Lodge, though a Kananaskis Pass is required for all vehicles entering the park and is not included in the event registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
