Castle Alpine Trail Race
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Event
The Castle Alpine Trail Race is scheduled for September 19, 2026 at Castle Mountain Resort, Alberta. The event offers a 28k solo option and relay entries. Registration is open to solo runners and teams of two to three, with a total field limit of 200 racers. Registration opens October 1 and closes on September 10 or when full. The planned race duration is 8.5 hours. Category divisions include Female Solo, Male Solo, Co-ed Team, Female Team, and Male Team.
Course and conditions
The course covers two mountain summits and an alpine valley. It includes wide open vistas, rugged single-track, off-trail sections, and significant climbing. Each stage starts and ends at Castle Mountain Resort; stage directions are specified as Leg 1 clockwise, Leg 2 counterclockwise, and Leg 3 clockwise. September conditions can vary and may include a chance of snow, strong winds at higher elevations, or warm weather.
Support and facilities
The transition area serves as the central hub for relay exchanges and gear caching. Support crews may station themselves near the transition area. Drop bags are allowed at the transition area and should be waterproof and easy to identify. Checkpoints are staffed, and drinking water plus some snack foods are available at aid stations. Castle Mountain Resort plans evening entertainment and informal activities and offers a variety of accommodation types nearby. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
