Elk Valley Ultra
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Elk Valley Ultra, Fernie BC, July 25 and 26, 2026
Elk Valley Ultra is an organized trail event in Fernie, British Columbia, featuring a main 50 km race and an optional 15 km add-on called the Headwall Hustle the following day. The 50 km course starts and finishes at James White Park and includes approximately 3,000 m of ascent. The route is presented in three legs: Leg 1 climbs over Mt. Fernie, follows Rocky Road to Island Lake Lodge and passes through an old growth forest; Leg 2 follows the old Rail Trail, climbs Gorby and uses loamy provincial park trails; Leg 3 adds another climb across the front of Mt. Fernie and finishes with a steep descent. The course may change based on land use permissions.
The Headwall Hustle takes place at Fernie Alpine Resort, covers 15 km with about 840 m of ascent, and travels through Cedar Bowl toward the Headwall before traversing into Timber Bowl and descending to the finish.
Registration and event details: the 50 km field is limited to 200 racers. Registration closes July 15, 2026. Categories are Male, Female and Non-Binary with age groups including under 19, 19-49 and 50 plus; under 19 runners must get permission from the Race Director before registering. The event includes fully stocked aid stations, finisher medals and category trophies, free racer photography, a finish line barbecue and a donation to the Fernie Trails Alliance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
