Friendly, positive and challenging trail running series in BC's most beautiful landscapes.

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Nimble Bear

Cancelled for 2024 due to wildfire damage
50km, 25km

Most of our beloved Nimble Bear race course was destroyed in the 2023 McDougall Creek wildfire that started near West Kelowna on August 15, 2023. We are devastated, yet determined to support our community through this tough time.

We are currently working on a potential contingency plan that will largely be focused on fundraising to help restore and rebuild the trails in Rose Valley Regional Park.

Potential date: April 6th. We will update this section of our website when we have more details. 

Wildhorse Traverse 

May 11, 2024
​52km

Wildhorse is a wild and truly adventurous point to point ultra.  Due to it's remoteness, runners must be comfortable being self-supported for extended segments and boats are used to get aid onto course. 

Terrain: Mixed w/ wild sections, technical single track, KVR & road.
Views: Mesmerizing. 
​Why run Wildhorse Traverse? "To feel humbled, yet inspired."

Broken Goat

July 20, 2024
​52km, 25km, 12km + kids race

Broken Goat is an adventurous, challenging and stunning high alpine point to point course. Aid access is remote, so runners must be comfortable being self-supported for extended segments.

Terrain: Rugged with alpine meadows, ridge lines and summits.
Views: Dramatic.
​Why run the Broken Goat? To feel utterly alive.

Wandering Moose

October 5, 2024
​Distances TBD. New Route for 2024.

Wandering Moose brings the sweep spot to trail racing. Technical single-track, scenic and (mostly) runnable trails. It's grass roots with a few steep surprises and hidden gems. It's absolutely the best season closer in BC.

Terrain: Mostly sweet single track with a bit of spice. 
Views: Wide open. Just how we like them.
Why run the Wandering Moose? To feel deeply connected.

VERT TILL YOU HURT

 April 6, 2024
6 different mountains in West Kelowna

In August 2023, the McDougall Creek fire was the most destructive event in the modern history of West Kelowna. Hundreds of people lost their homes and the majority of the trails that host our beloved Nimble Bear trail race which takes place in Rose Valley Regional Park were destroyed. 

We wanted to host an event that will also raise month to help restore and rebuild the trails in Rose Valley Regional Park. 

Vert Till You Hurt is part virtual and part in-person. Runners can hike or run 5 of the 6 peaks in West Kelowna at anytime within the month of April. The only peak that has to be done in person is Rose Valley, on April 6th. 

See our main event page for more details. 

Terrain: Up. Lots and lots of up. 
Bonus: $20 of your entry will go back into rebuilding Rose Valley.
Why join the V.T.Y.H? The hardest mountain to climb is the one   within.

RENDEZVOUS 135

June 2024
​135km, 5000m, 6 days OR 70km, 2500m, 3 days (virtual)

The R135 challenges runners to run the length of Okanagan Lake or 135k, with a minimum of 5,000m elevation gain over 6 consecutive days in the month of June. This would require a minimum of 22.5km & 834m per day, for 6 days to complete the challenge. ​

The R70 challenges runners to run half the length of Okanagan Lake or 70k, with a minimum of 2,500m elevation gain over 3 consecutive days in the month of June. This would require a minimum of 22.5km & 834m per day, for 3 days to complete the challenge.
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It's a you pick, self motivated, how badly do you want it type of race.

Terrain: Be creative! Show us your favourite trails.
Bonus: $20 of your entry will go back into rebuilding Rose Valley.
Why join R135? Difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations.
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QUADZILLA

2024
Finish a minimum of 4 events in the P.A.C.E. race series.

- Runners have 5 races to choose from. Yes, our virtual races are also included.
- Runners can choose any distance within the events they choose. 
- Runners must *finish* a minimum of 4 events to earn their Quadzilla hat and and have their name entered into the draw to win a free entry into either Transrockies Run or the Transalpine Run - both international stages races. 
- Each finisher will receive a special Quadzilla finishers hat. 

BUCK ME. THIS GOAT IS KNACKERED.

BC’s Ultimate Trail Trifecta.
Knee Knacker 50km, Broken Goat 52km, Bucking Hell 50km.

Complete three of the provinces tougher 50km races, in back to back to back weekends. Yes, that’s 3x50km races in just 15 total days! 152 kilometers and almost 24,000ft / 7200m of climbing and descent. This challenge has a bite to it!

What do you get for this phenomenal accomplishment? Every finisher of the BMTGIK triple gets a beautiful collectors trophy from Aravaipa Artworx, and all finishers have their names and times engraved on our larger celebratory trophies (male & female), it’s kinda like our little version of the Stanley Cup. 

​Knee Knacker 50k (lottery) + Broken Goat 52k + Buckin' Hell 50k.

TRANSALPINE RUN

September 7 - 13, 2024
2 day or 7 day stage race across the alps in teams of 2 or solo.

In 2023 the DYNAFIT Transalpine Run traversed the Alps in time-tested manner by way of three countries over 7 days, a distance of 268 km and 15,330 m of positive vertical (vs. 15,460 m of cumulative descent).

The 2024 route will be announced soon! Visit the TAR website for full race details. 
P.A.C.E. Trail Runs hosts a variety of events in beautiful British Columbia. We are a small, family owned series whose goal is simple. To offer runners a professional, memorable, scenic and challenging race series that feels inclusive, welcoming and rewarding. 

We work hard to keep our events on the 'grass roots' side of things. We are all about those special handmade, home grown touches; apple pies, jams, handmade ceramic finishers medals, handmade stained glass, coffee (roasted by the race director and her husband) and ensuring runners have an experience that feels more like coming home or a family reunion. 

We have strong environmental & community values, such as composting, recycling and we support local charities and donate a portion of our race fees back to the trail groups that build, maintain and advocate for the trails we are so privileged to enjoy. 

We want to thank you for taking time to visit the P.A.C.E. Trail Runs website and we hope to welcome you into the #pacefamily in 2024.