Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Cobble Hill
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Event overview
The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Cobble Hill 2026 is part of the Vancouver Island Trail Running Series and takes place at Quarry Nature Park on Empress Road in Cobble Hill, British Columbia, Canada. The event is scheduled for August 15, 2026. It is the eighth running of this Cobble Hill race and uses single-track mountain trails with technical terrain described as rocks, roots, and old growth forest.
Courses and entry
The event offers multiple race options:
- ~25 km with 915 m vertical gain (Long Course)
- ~12 km with 640 m vertical gain (Short Course)
- Kid's Race available
Online registration opens December 5, 2025 and closes on August 13, 2026. Published entry fees include an early registration rate and a higher rate closer to the event: the Kid's Race is listed at $13.14; the Short Course shows $68.69 early and $90.90 later; the Long Course shows $79.80 early and $102.00 later. Fees are payable in Canadian dollars, subject to 5% GST and an online processing fee. Accepted payment methods include VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
A fundraising component lists $40 raised toward a $1,000 goal for the Southern Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
