Death Race
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Canadian Death Race - Grande Cache, Alberta
The Canadian Death Race takes place on August 1 and 2, 2026 in Grande Cache, Alberta, with the start and finish on a 4,200-foot plateau. The 118 km route crosses three mountain summits and includes a river crossing at Hell's Gate canyon, where the Smoky and Sulphur Rivers meet. The event is set in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Offered distances:
- 118 km Ultra with 5,181 m elevation gain (about 17,000 feet)
- 42 km Half Death Marathon with 2,132 m elevation gain (about 6,995 feet)
- Relay
Official time limits are published: marathon 9.5 hours and ultra 24 hours. The host site is the Community Recreation Centre and Central Park in Grande Cache. Registration is capped at 1,000 entrants; approximately 350 solo spots are reserved until March 15 and the Half Death Marathon is limited to 200 spots. Registration opens October 10 and closes July 18 or when full.
A support crew is not required but is recommended for solo runners. Aid stations are located throughout each stage and supplies vary; runners may not cache gear at aid stations. Support crews and relay teams are not permitted to meet runners at aid stations. Solo competitors may leave drop bags for each transition area and specific control points and must submit them at packet pickup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.