Snowden Trail Race
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Location Campbell River, BC
- Races 4 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Snowden Trail Race on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Strathcona! This exciting grassroots event invites participants to experience the breathtaking beauty of Vancouver Island's Snowden Demonstration Forest. Runners of all levels can choose between two exhilarating courses: an 11k route with approximately 150 meters of elevation gain and a 23k challenge featuring about 265 meters of elevation.
Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery, navigate gentle rollers, and enjoy the soft, inviting ground beneath your feet as you race through this enchanting forest. The atmosphere is all about community, with a lively tailgate vibe, complete with a live DJ, prizes, and delicious post-run food and drinks to celebrate your achievement. Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting the Campbell River Search & Rescue, a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in keeping our wilderness safe. Join us for a day filled with high-fives, good vibes, and an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors!
Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery, navigate gentle rollers, and enjoy the soft, inviting ground beneath your feet as you race through this enchanting forest. The atmosphere is all about community, with a lively tailgate vibe, complete with a live DJ, prizes, and delicious post-run food and drinks to celebrate your achievement. Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting the Campbell River Search & Rescue, a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in keeping our wilderness safe. Join us for a day filled with high-fives, good vibes, and an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
We respectfully acknowledge the unceded traditional territory of the Ligwiłda’xw people; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, Kwiakah First Nations, and the traditional keepers of their land. We want to say thank you for allowing us to live, work, and play on your lands.Step into one of the most beautiful forests on Vancouver Island. Enjoy miles of single-track with gentle rollers and some of the softest ground your feet have raced on. This course is for everyone: Go easy and take in the majestic scenery and forest-filtered natural light, or let 'er rip on this speedy, flattish course!Our grassroots event is a tailgate vibe featuring a live DJ, prizes, post-run food/drinks and a well-marked course through the stunning Snowden Demonstration Forest. Plenty of high-fives and good vibes all day!COURSES
11k - Approx 150 elevation gain
https://www.strava.com/routes/332337976516349368026K - Approx 265 elevation gain
https://www.strava.com/routes/3323380233763083594 CAUSE
We will be raising funds for Campbell River Search & Rescue, a group of dedicated volunteers who provide a vital lifeline to those who are lost or injured in the beautiful wilderness of northern Vancouver Island.Campbell River SAR will be on site with us on Race Day and we encourage you to make a donation during your registration. CELL COVERAGE
Note that there is limited (basically none) cell coverage at Race Central and throughout the trail network.
11k - Approx 150 elevation gain
https://www.strava.com/routes/332337976516349368026K - Approx 265 elevation gain
https://www.strava.com/routes/3323380233763083594 CAUSE
We will be raising funds for Campbell River Search & Rescue, a group of dedicated volunteers who provide a vital lifeline to those who are lost or injured in the beautiful wilderness of northern Vancouver Island.Campbell River SAR will be on site with us on Race Day and we encourage you to make a donation during your registration. CELL COVERAGE
Note that there is limited (basically none) cell coverage at Race Central and throughout the trail network.
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Location
PRT Growing Services Ltd. - Campbell River Nursery, Snowden Camp Rd, Campbell River, BC, Canada
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