Canadian Death Race

Since the start of the millennium, racers have come to the Canadian Rockies to cheat Death in one of the world’s toughest ultramarathons. The 125km course begins and ends on a 4200-foot plateau, passes over three mountain summits, and not only includes over 17,000 feet of elevation change but a major river crossing at the spectacular Hell’s Gate canyon at the confluence of the Smoky and Sulphur Rivers. Each year, extreme athletes push themselves to the limits of their endurance against the breathtaking background of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Well-trained and totally committed, they battle heat, cold, altitude, and their own demons. Finishing is the prize and the bragging rights are priceless.

This course is tough… do not kid yourself in any way. You will cross a variety of terrain and climb over 5,180m (17,000′). Even the best runners can succumb to weather that changes from blistering heat to bitter cold and wet. Don’t take anything for granted.

Total Distance: 42.2km/26.2mi (Marathon) | 125km/77.7mi (Ultra)
Total Elev. Gain:  2,132m/6995′ (Marathon) | 5,181m/17,000′ (Ultra)
Duration: 9.5 (Marathon) | 24h (Ultra)

We are proud to announce that Death Race is a Western States Qualifier; one of the few in Canada.