5 Peaks - Bowmont Park
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Bowmont Park 5 Peaks Trail Run
This is the third event in the 5 Peaks Trail Running Series, held at Bowmont Park in northwest Calgary with start and finish at Varsity Village Park next to Christine Meikle School. The course focuses on singletrack and routes that include rolling hills, several steep climbs and descents, and sections that run parallel to the Bow River. Runners pass Sideshow Bob trail, Dale Hodges Park, and Silverthorn Park, with recurring valley and river views and occasional city skyline sightlines.
Distances offered:
- Kid's Run 1 km
- Kid's Run 3 km
- Sport Run or Hike 7.4 km
- Enduro Run or Hike 11.7 km
Race maps list elevation gain and loss and aid station locations. Distances and maps may change based on trail conditions up to race day. The event is cup free; water and electrolyte drink are provided at the start and finish and at one or more aid stations. Participants planning to be on course for longer than an hour should carry their own receptacle for liquids and nutrition.
Safety rules prohibit dogs, headphones, strollers or baby joggers on course. Hiking poles are only allowed in non-competitive hiking categories. Parking at the start area is limited. Awards are given to top finishers by gender and age category and must be picked up at the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
