Powderface Marathon & Half Marathon - June 29th
The Powderface Mountain Marathon is an Alberta trail running classic - a ‘must-do’ for any trail runner. The Powderface Mountain Marathon serves up 44.4km (so technically it’s an ultramarathon) and ~ 1671m of elevation gain on some beautiful K-Country singletrack. In addition to the Powderface Mountain Marathon, we’re offering up a half marathon distance option. This event fills ups fast! Sign up soon to secure your spot & sweet finisher swag!
Race Distances and Maps:
Click on the links below for maps, elevation gain and loss, and aid station locations.
Powderface Marathon
Powderface Half Marathon
Race distances and maps are subject to change based on trail conditions up to the day of the race.
Location: Station Flats, Kananaskis
Schedule: Saturday, June 29th
6:30 a.m. - Packet Pick Up Opens at Station Flats
7:15 a.m. - Marathoners check-in start chute – bibs recorded
7:30 a.m. - Full Marathon Start
8:00 a.m. - Packet Pick Up Ends
8:30 a.m. - Half Marathon Start
10:00 a.m. - Expected Half Marathon Winner
12:15 p.m. - Expected Full Marathon Winner
2:30 p.m. - Awards
Important Information:
Race Director and Volunteer Contact: Kevin McDonald - houda@5peaks.com
Safety: In the interest of racer safety and because of the size of our attendance and the technicality of our course, please do not bring the following on the race course:
No dogs
No headphones
No strollers or baby joggers
No nordic walking poles
Drop Bags: If you'd like to have a drop bag on the course for you, we can place these for you at the aid stations/ check points. Please label your bags with your name and which checkpoint you would like them placed at.
Cut Off Times: The aid station cut-off times are established for your own safety and apply to marathon runners only. Any person not making the cut-off times is likely injured or in jeopardy of finishing the race. You will be directed by race officials to remain at the aid station and will be transported back to the start of the race.
The aid station cut off times are:
- 2nd Powderface road crossing (Aid station 3) — 12:00 pm
- Powderface parking lot (Aid station 4) — 2:00 pm
Mandatory Gear: All runners must carry the following items at all times during their run, for their own safety:
- Water vessel that can be filled at aid stations.
- Light shell or jacket
- Toque or buff
Washrooms: Washroom facilities are located in the parking lot.
Spectators: Spectators Welcome...best viewing from start/finish area.
Parking: Parking at Station Flats is limited so be sure to arrive early and please carpool!
Awards & Prizes:
All finishers will receive a custom Powderface Mountain Marathon Trail Trucker and a finisher’s medal.
Additional prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each gender in each distance.
Do you need help preparing for the Powderface Mountain Marathon, Half Marathon or another running challenge?
