Canada
Aug
9
Saturday
Emperor's Challenge
The Emperor's Challenge is a renowned mountain race held in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, within the UNESCO Global Geopark. Celebrating its 25th year in 2025, the event features a challenging 20 km half marathon on Babcock Mountain, with a summit at 11 km and a total elevation gain of 610 meters. The race starts at over 4000 feet elevation and ascends to more than 6100 feet, offering a demanding course marked with orange stakes and kilometer markers.
There are also kids' races of 2 km and 4 km with moderate elevation. Participants enjoy well-supported water and first aid stations, and finishers receive medals based on their completion times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Always double-check with the organizer's website – things can change, and we might have sprinted past a few details!
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