Vale, Vert, Views & Vibes. The 2027 100K is a qualifying race for the 2028 Western States 100.
Overview
A mountain running event in Valemount, BC — "the town that's in the middle of everywhere," at the confluence of the Canadian Rockies, Cariboos, and Monashees. Courses incorporate two local peaks, McKirdy and Swift Mountain, topping 2,300m/almost 8,000ft in the high alpine, with sightlines to Mt. Robson, the Premier's Range, and Kinbasket Lake. The 100K starts overnight on Friday, with all runners experiencing the same stretch of darkness.
Logistics
Bib Pickup
Friday 12:00-7:00 PM at the Best Western Plus Valemount (host hotel). 100K runners MUST pick up bibs Friday — no race-day bib pickup for 100K. 65K: Saturday 4:30-5:30 AM at the start line. 38K: Saturday 5:30-6:30 AM at the start line. Photo ID required; all mandatory gear must be shown before a bib is issued.
Swag & Medals
All entries include a $10 donation to local trails organizations, a tree planted through a Fraser Valley reforestation partnership, gender-specific race tees, a custom finisher's medal, a race tote bag and sticker, and professional chip timing. Podium awards go to top three male/female and first non-binary finisher per distance.
Getting There
Driving Directions
Whiskey Fill Farm, Valemount, BC.
Parking
4000 Whiskey Fill Rd, Valemount, BC. Shuttles run every 5 minutes before race starts and every 15 minutes during the day Saturday from the Alpenglow parking lot; well-behaved dogs are welcome on shuttle floors.
Requirements
Mandatory gear for all distances: buff, toque, gloves, running pack, water & food, 2x space blankets or 1x emergency bivy, waterproof breathable hooded jacket (Gore-Tex or equivalent), whistle, and a collapsible cup. 100K runners need two 150+ lumen light sources. Missing gear incurs a 1-hour penalty per item per gear check. Poles are allowed. Crew access is extremely limited — 38K has no crew access; 65K/100K crew access is limited to the Swift aid station only.
Policies
Kid & Youth Policy
About 1km, mostly ages 3-10 though all kids are welcome. Non-timed, non-competitive, with kids' bibs, finisher stickers, and random draw prizes. Free registration.
Land Acknowledgement
Held on the ancestral and unceded territories of the Secwépemc Nation.
About Coast Mountain Trail Series
Coast Mountain Trail Running (CMTR) produces some of British Columbia’s most beloved and challenging trail races. Founded by Gary Robbins and Geoff Langford, CMTR blends rugged coastal terrain with top-tier race organization, fostering a deeply loyal community of trail runners across all ability levels. Their events range from winter snowshoe and multisport races to legendary ultras like the Squamish 50 and Diez Vista 50K.
Each race reflects CMTR’s commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and community stewardship. They operate as a carbon-neutral company (aiming to go carbon-negative), donate $5–$10 per race entry to local search and rescue and trail organizations, and plant one tree per runner through an Indigenous-led reforestation partnership. To date, they’ve donated over $465,000 and planted more than 16,000 trees.
From technical alpine climbs to beginner-friendly non-technical trail half marathons, CMTR’s event calendar offers something for everyone. With an energetic volunteer crew, thoughtfully marked courses, and a commitment to local impact, these races are more than just events, they’re celebrations of community and the wild beauty of BC’s backcountry.
Disclaimer
We make every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date information on Kåduka, but details may change. Please always confirm the latest information on the official race website. See something that needs correcting? Send us a note at [email protected]
