# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Elk Valley Ultra
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 am
- **Event Description**: Now in its 6th year, our high-vert, challenging 50k returns, encompassing some of Fernie’s best trails and jaw dropping views. In case that's not enough, you can add on its punchy 15km counterpart the following day - the Headwall Hustle.

Those going the full distance will take on the iconic Leg 1 up and over Mt. Fernie, onto Rocky Road, down to Island Lake Lodge, before cruising through the Old Growth Forest. Leg 2 follows the old Rail Trail, heading up Gorby and through loamy Provincial Park trails. Leg 3 includes yet another iconic Fernie climb bringing you across the front of Mt. Fernie for dramatic views of town before you head down a steep descent to the Finish Line.

The Headwall Hustle can be included as an add on to your action packed race weekend. The route is a tour of the ski hill, climbing all the way up through Cedar Bowl to the base of the dramatic Headwall, before traversing all the way across into Timber Bowl for a roaring descent to the Finish Line.

Whether you choose the ultra or the combo, you are guaranteed views, epic climbs, amazing single track and a challenging race experience in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

THE ROUTE

53KM
Start/Finish at James White Park
50km, 2,700m ascent.
Course GPX
Route subject to change based on land use permissions

MAKE IT A COMBO:
Headwall Hustle, Sunday July 26
15KM
Start/Finish at Fernie Alpine Resort
15km, 840m ascent.

CATEGORIES + PRICING

50KM
Limit: 200 racers
Categories: Male, Female and Non-Binary,
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fernie/elk-valley-ultra/200030249845726
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, workshops, nonprofit, performances, art, theatre, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 27

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fernie
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: James White Park
- **lat**: 49.491104187701
- **long**: -115.07557224545
- **full address**: James White Park, Fernie, British Columbia, Canada

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Elk Valley Ultra being held?
  - **A:** Elk Valley Ultra takes place on Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 am to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 am at James White Park, Fernie, British Columbia, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Elk Valley Ultra?
  - **A:** Elk Valley Ultra is organized by Stag Leap Running Co.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Elk Valley Ultra is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fernie, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Elk Valley Ultra sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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