2025 Powderface Mountain Marathon & Half Marathon

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Jun 28, 2025 edition in Bragg Creek, Alberta. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2025 race calendar.

The Powderface Mountain Marathon is a renowned trail running event in Alberta, featuring approximately 42.6 km of scenic singletrack trails in Kananaskis Country near Bragg Creek. Alongside the full marathon, a half marathon of around 21 km is also offered, making it a must-do race for trail enthusiasts.

Runners experience significant elevation gain and stunning natural beauty while running through bear country, requiring mandatory gear such as bear spray and a light shell. The event typically attracts up to 150 participants each late June, with moderate humidity and mild temperatures ranging from 10°C to 20°C.

* Marathon distance approx. 42.6 km with 1,286 meters elevation gain * Half marathon distance approx. 21 km * Trail surface throughout * Aid stations provide water, electrolyte drinks, cola, fruit, pretzels, chips, and Xact Nutrition Fruit Bars * Cut-off times: Aid station 3 (2nd Powderface road crossing) at 12:00 pm; Aid station 4 (Powderface parking lot) at 2:00 pm * No dogs, headphones, strollers, or baby joggers allowed * Mandatory gear includes water vessel, light shell/jacket, toque or buff, and bear spray due to bear country

• Scenic singletrack trails in Kananaskis Country near Bragg Creek
• Two race options: full marathon and half marathon
• Small, intimate event capped at 150 participants
• Mandatory safety gear including bear spray
• Aid stations stocked with water, electrolytes, snacks, and nutrition bars