Survival of the Fittest
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Location Squamish, BC
- Price Free - $113.26
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure at the Survival of the Fittest event, taking place on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, in the stunning Squamish, Squamish-Lillooet region of British Columbia! This exhilarating trail running experience, hosted by Salomon Coast Mountain Trail Running, features two challenging race distances: an 18 km loop that showcases the impressive Tantalus Mountain Range and a 35 km route that has quickly become a favorite for athletes gearing up for summer running goals.
Embrace the thrill of climbing, descending, and navigating through breathtaking landscapes while competing alongside some of the best local talent. With limited registration available for 600 participants, you'll want to secure your spot early! Plus, your registration not only supports the event but also contributes to the Squamish Search & Rescue and local environmental initiatives, as a tree will be planted for every participant. Don't forget the kids! A fun-filled ~1 km race awaits younger runners aged 3-10, ensuring a day of excitement for the whole family. Join us in Squamish for this fantastic celebration of fitness and community!
Embrace the thrill of climbing, descending, and navigating through breathtaking landscapes while competing alongside some of the best local talent. With limited registration available for 600 participants, you'll want to secure your spot early! Plus, your registration not only supports the event but also contributes to the Squamish Search & Rescue and local environmental initiatives, as a tree will be planted for every participant. Don't forget the kids! A fun-filled ~1 km race awaits younger runners aged 3-10, ensuring a day of excitement for the whole family. Join us in Squamish for this fantastic celebration of fitness and community!
Organiser's Description
Salomon Coast Mountain Trail Running (CMTR) hosts quality, challenging, professionally-run trail events in world-class destinations around BC's Lower Mainland and Thompson-Okanagan regions.Survival of the FittestA fantastic loop from the incredibly scenic Capilano University (formerly Quest) lands in Squamish, BC. With a generous mix of climbing, descending, runnable and technical, these courses have it all. Views across the valley at the dominant Tantalus Mountain Range are presented via both distances. Our 18 km option has seen all of the top local talent race it over the years, and as such, the course records are incredibly stout. The 35 km option has become an early-season favourite for those pursuing longer distances with their summer running goals.Registration closes at 600 participants.$5 from every registration goes to support Squamish Search & Rescue. Additional donations welcome. As well, one tree will be planted locally for every registration, in partnership with a Fraser Valley rehabilitation project.Our Kids Race is a ~1km run designed for ages 3-10 with special kids' bibs and finisher stickers. Registration is free and is available online or on race morning. During registration, we offer parents the opportunity to donate to Butterfly Support Network, a local organization that supports families dealing with pregnancy and infant loss.NOTE: Most CMTR events now offer ITRA points; UTMB points are no longer availableDue to consumer legislation, prices are now shown inclusive of all fees.
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Capilano University, University Boulevard, Squamish, BC, Canada
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