The Wildness

2026 Race Dates: June 27 & 28

Join us for our second annual trail running race! We have different course lengths to choose from. Come for the stunning mountain scenery, stay for the fun vibes!

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Welcome to the WILDness

What's the WILDness?

Race details, course information and more

Overview

Registration

Categories and registration details

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The Course

Details for Stage 1 & 2

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Schedule

When & where everything's happening

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Event Rules

How to keep it safe & fun

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What to bring

Mandatory & optional gear

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2026 Race Details

This isn't just any race – it’s a challenge that celebrates endurance, perseverance, and the raw beauty of the outdoors. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Purcell Mountains, we challenge your spirit with a 1 or 2 day racing design and there are 4 different race lengths to choose from!

Day 1: Saturday, June 27, 2026

This is where you test your endurance and your overall ability to climb to the mountaintops, traverse the ridgelines, descend the talus and stay fierce in the pine tree forests. This course length will be between 30 and 38 km, with a beefy elevation gain.

New to 2026: A 5km Fun Run! This option is available for anyone who is looking for a shorter, fun run (mix of pavement & trail) just to test out the legs. Great for anyone new to trail running as well!

Day 2: Sunday, June 28, 2026

This is a shorter course, but difficult nonetheless! It is designed as an “All Climb, All Descent” route but has an extra challenge with a designated section for a “Timed Ascent” route for a “race within the race.” This course length will be between 10 and 15km with a healthy elevation gain.

Registration

Registration for The WILDness 2026 is open! There are several registration options available:

1. Full Race (2-day event)
$189.00 per racer

2. Single Day (Saturday: 33KM)
$139 per racer

3. Single Day (Sunday: 13KM)
$89 per racer

4. 5 km Fun Run
$39 per racer

Categories for the Full Race, Single Day Saturday and Single Day Sunday:

Under 16 Male & Female
Open Men & Women
40+ Men & Women

The top 3 in each category will be called to the podium for awards, however there must be a minimum of 5 participants in each category to be eligible. Each stage will award the top 3, after stage 2 there will also be a General Classification award ceremony for the top 3 in each category for combined time of the 2 day event.

Please note that there are no categories for the 5KM Fun Run and we will not be doing podium awards, however your race will still be timed so you'll be able to see your results.

Every registrant including the 5KM participants will receive:
Race Entry
Participant item
Finisher item
Swag bag
Post-race BBQ & drink ticket

Special WILDness Lodging Offer

Stay at the base of the trails

Save up to 35% off lodging June 26-28 to celebrate The WILDness weekend!

Run off the trail and into your accommodation. Bring the whole family and your best cheer squads to accompany you on this adventure. We've got summer fun for all ages and lots of ways for runners to recover at the base of the mountains after this test of endurance!

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THE COURSE

NEW! The WILDness 2026 Courses are now live!

Stage 1

Stage 2

5km Fun Run

Race Weekend Schedule

Friday, All Races

Time	Action	Location
6 - 8 PM	Package pick-up	The Beach Patio

Saturday, Stage 1 - 32km

7 - 7:30 AM	Package pick-up	The Beach Patio
7:40 AM	Call to Chute	Discovery Zone
7:50 AM	Course briefing	Discovery Zone
8 AM	Race start	Discovery Zone
11 AM	BBQ opens	The Beach Patio
12:30 PM	Cutoff time for ascent	Aid Station 1
3 PM	Awards ceremony	The Beach Patio
4 PM	Cutoff time	Aid Station 2
6 PM	Course closes	On Mountain

Saturday, Fun Run - 5km

8 - 8:30 AM	Package pick-up	The Beach Patio
8:40 AM	Call to chute	Discovery Zone
8:50 AM	Course briefing	Discovery Zone
9 AM	Race start	Discovery Zone
11 AM	BBQ opens	The Beach Patio

Sunday, Stage 2 - 13km

7 - 7:30 AM	Package pick-up	The Beach Patio
7:40 AM	Call to chute	Discovery Zone
7:50 AM	Course briefing	Discovery Zone
8 AM	Race start	Discovery Zone
11 AM	BBQ opens	The Beach Patio
11 AM	Awards ceremony	The Beach Patio
12 PM	Course closure	On Mountain

Event Rules

Here is a short list of rules that we at The WILDness would like to share to make sure everyone had a safe and fun experience.

No littering will be tolerated. This will result in disqualification from the event.
Treat volunteers with respect. They are following the guidance of the Race Director so any issues should be brought up with this person. Any disrespect shown towards a volunteer or staff member will result in disqualification from the event.
Bibs must be visible for aid stations to see as you are coming through, please do not alter them making them unreadable. In keeping with timing, please wear the timing chip at all times so we are able to provide you with a time for each stage.
Please show respect to your fellow runners, this means asking to pass on the left when needed. Staying on the trails to show respect to nature and your fellow runners. This also is meant to allow passing, please be respectful and not hold up other runners if you are able to be off the course briefly in a safe area.
Earbuds can be worn in one ear only. We understand that people like to run with some motivation, if you are caught with a device in both ears you will be disqualified.
As mentioned on the site, mandatory gear must be shown and your bib number checked off before you will be allowed to start the Saturday 36km race. There are no exceptions to this, these items are for your safety as the weather in the high alpine can change instantly and these items can become life savers.
Staying on designated trails at all times is required. No cutting any switchbacks or corners. We need to keep the integrity of the trail system that has been developed and your respect for the trails is expected. If a situation arises, a fallen tree for instance, that requires you to make a detour this is permitted.
Cutoff times are not debatable, this is for the safety of you and the volunteers that are out on the course to help the event operate. If you miss the time please respect the aid station volunteers and do not continue along the course.
If you have abandoned your race please inform a race official. This could be at the aid station or at the finish line by letting the announcer or timing team know that you have left the course and thus will be receiving a DNF.
If you come along a fellow injured runner and you stay with them please keep track of your time spent with them and an adjustment will be made to your time.

What to bring

There is mandatory gear for the Saturday 31.3km stage.
These items will be required before you will be allowed to start the race.

A pack or hip belt with a minimum of 1 litre of water carry
A hat (head covering)
Gloves
A jacket
Emergency blanket or biivy
Your own re-usable cup for aid stations. This is a cup-free event!

Optional Gear:

Bear spray is not mandatory but recommended
Poles (please note there is no place to leave your poles on the course. If you start with poles, you must finish with poles).

Volunteer with us

Volunteers are the reason our races and events become such a success, we truly couldn't make it happen without our supportive community. There are many positions from helping with race logistics, to cheering on the racers at aid stations, and more!

Volunteers will recieve:

A Bike Park or Ski Lift ticket for the 2026/2027 year
Event tee shirt
Complimentary BBQ ticket valid for a burger and a drink

If you would like to sign up to be involved with the race click here:

VOLUNTEER

FAQs

Here is everything to consider while signing up.

When is registration/check-in for this event?
You can sign up and register as a runner online any day until June 24 at noon.

Check-in and package pick-up will be during the following times:
- Friday, June 26 from 6-8pm at The Beach Patio
- Saturday, June 27 from 7-7:30am at The Beach Patio
- Saturday, June 27 from 8-8:30am at The Beach Patio (for the 5km Runners)
- Sunday, June 28 from 7-7:30am at The Beach Patio
What distance and elevation do I expect to be running?
The WILDness features four different courses:
1. The Saturday stage will be the longer distance at 31.3km with 2360m of elevation gain.
2. There is a Fun Run option, for 5km with 115m of elevation gain.
3. The Sunday stage will be 13km with 820m of elevation gain.
4. The last option is for those brave enough to tackle both the Saturday 31.3km race AND the Sunday 13km race!
Is there a single day sign up option?

Yes! You can sign up for either or both race days.

Day 1 (June 27)

Single day cost: $139

Day 2 (June 28)

Single day cost: $89

Multi-day Race (June 27 & 28)

Cost: $189

Fun Run 5km (June 27)

Cost: $39
Is there a relay or team option for the weekend event?

For the 2026 edition we will not be offering a team style event, however if this is something of interest, please notify one of the event staff!
What are the options for staying at Panorama Resort for the event?

Panorama has many different accommodations available on resort, from hotel style to condos.

Check the accommodations section to see all options along with discount code for the event weekend.

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Preparations and Race Expectations

Please read the following carefully

Are there drop bags for the Saturday Event?

There will be no on course drop bags for the 2026 event. We will have a location at the start/finish line to leave bags for the event. Please make sure that your bag is identifiable so to have no confusion when picking them up.
Are there spectator viewing areas?

Panorama has a bike park that we will be sharing the space with making it difficult to have on-course viewing in many areas. We will be utilizing a number of the hiking trails on the resort for the race that are open to the public and you are able to use them to get to different areas. Please keep in mind that these trails will intersect with the mountain bike trails, you will also be out in nature so please bring all required weather gear with you in case of an unexpected storm.
When and where is race package pickup?
Check-in and package pick-up will be during the following times:
- Friday, June 26 from 6-8pm at The Beach Patio
- Saturday, June 27 from 7-7:30am at The Beach Patio
- Saturday, June 27 from 8-8:30am at The Beach Patio (for the 5km Runners)
- Sunday, June 28 from 7-7:30am at The Beach Patio
Can a friend pick up my package?

Yes you are able to have a friend pick up your race package for the event.

It is important to note: you must personally sign the event waiver at Panorama before you will be allowed to enter the start chute for the Saturday morning stage.
Are there cutoff times for the race stages?

Yes we will have time cutoffs at aid stations on Saturday for the long course and they will be given to you at the briefing, and the course will have a 12 hour time limit.
Aid stations and items along the course

We will offer a selection of salty snacks, sugary snacks along with a few fruit options. There will be a small select number of gels and/or waffles at the aid station.

Please be mindful that there are others and only take what you need. Water, electrolyte drink and coke will also be available, as we are a cup-less event you will need to have your own drinking vessel to use at the aid stations and finish line.

Race Stage 1 Aid and Water stations:

Saturday June 27

Start time is 8:00 AM, we have a 12 hour course cutoff time.

We will have 2 aid stations located on the 31km course, plus a "water only" station. Please be advised, this station will be using filtered water from a stream on mountain - we will provide more details in the welcome email.

Aid station 1: at the 10.5km mark, 1200m climbing to this point. The cutoff here will be 12:30pm.

Medical Station: at the 15.5km mark at Goldie Lake.

Water Station: at 23km at Hopeful Cabin. Only water available.

Aid Station 2: at 28 km from course start. The cutoff here will be 4:00pm.

Race Stage 2 Aid and Water stations:

Sunday June 28

Start time is 8:00am, we have a 4 hour course cutoff time.

There will be one aid station on the course at the highest point on the stage.

Aid Station: Located at 7.5km from the start of the stage.