Death Race
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Location Grande Cache, AB
- Price $45.00 - $330.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra, Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the 26th Annual Canadian Death Race on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, held in the stunning Greenview No 16, Alberta. This iconic ultra-marathon spans a grueling 118 km course that takes brave participants over three towering mountain summits and features an astounding elevation change of over 17,000 feet. Racers will face the ultimate test of endurance as they navigate through breathtaking landscapes, including a daring major river crossing at the picturesque Hell's Gate canyon, where the Smoky and Sulphur Rivers meet.
Join a community of determined athletes as they push their limits against the elements of heat, cold, and altitude, all while surrounded by the awe-inspiring Canadian Rocky Mountains. Whether you're a seasoned ultra-runner or a first-time competitor, the Death Race promises an unforgettable experience where the true victory lies in finishing and earning those coveted bragging rights. Don’t miss out on this chance to conquer one of the world's toughest ultramarathons!
Join a community of determined athletes as they push their limits against the elements of heat, cold, and altitude, all while surrounded by the awe-inspiring Canadian Rocky Mountains. Whether you're a seasoned ultra-runner or a first-time competitor, the Death Race promises an unforgettable experience where the true victory lies in finishing and earning those coveted bragging rights. Don’t miss out on this chance to conquer one of the world's toughest ultramarathons!
Organiser's Description
Ultra • Marathon • RelayThe 26th Annual 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 118km 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.Be sure to check out the Racer Information Package for full race details.
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10450 Hoppe Ave, Grande Cache, AB, Canada
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