5 Peaks - Devon
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5 Peaks Devon : Northern Alberta series finale
The Devon race is the final event of the 5 Peaks Northern Alberta Trail Running Series. It takes place in the Town of Devon, about 30 minutes south of Edmonton, on river valley trails that include single track and hard-packed sections. The start and finish are at the Devon Lions Campground, which includes a pavilion and a place for a post-race camp fire.
Distances offered:
- 1 km Kid's Race
- 3 km Kid's Race
- 8 km Sport Run or Hike
- 16 km Enduro Run or Hike
- 24 km Grit Run
The course begins with a climb to a ridge, then descends via single track to a bluff overlooking the campground. The finish includes about 2 kilometres of hard-packed trail along the river with autumn colours. The sport course completes the loop once, the enduro twice, and the grit course three times. The 3 km kids race climbs the new River Valley Alliance Trail then descends to the finish.
Logistics noted in event information: there is no on-site parking; participants park at John Maland High School with continuous shuttle loops to the start/finish. Washroom facilities are available at the start/finish. For safety, dogs, headphones, strollers or baby joggers, and nordic walking poles are not allowed on course. The event is cup-free; water and electrolyte drink are available at the start/finish and at one or more aid stations. Sport, Enduro, and Grit finishers receive a finisher swag item; wooden medals can be purchased. Awards are given to the top three in each gender and age category and to the top three men and women overall. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
