2026 Powderface Mountain Marathon & Half Marathon

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Jun 27, 2026 edition in Bragg Creek, AB. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2026 race calendar.

The Powderface Mountain Marathon & Half Marathon takes place on June 27, 2026 in Bragg Creek / Station Flats (Kananaskis), organized by 5 Peaks. Positioned as an Alberta trail-running classic, Powderface attracts athletes who want a true mountain trail test on rough K-Country singletrack and technical terrain.

The event offers a full marathon (42.2 km) and a half-marathon distance. Marathon runners face roughly 1,286 metres of elevation gain on the full route. Race day begins early: packet pick-up opens at 6:30 a.m., marathon check-in and start chute activity begins at 7:15 a.m. with a 7:30 a.m. full-marathon start, and the half marathon starts at 8:30 a.m. The schedule includes posted expected winner times and a mid-afternoon awards window.

What sets Powderface apart is the combination of classic K-Country singletrack, supportive trail-community energy, and robust on-course services. Aid stations are described as spectacular and provide water, Blonyx Hydra+ electrolyte drink, cola and a selection of snacks. Runners must carry mandatory safety gear (hydration pack, jacket, gloves and a BUFF to cover the ears), and optional items like hiking poles and bear spray are recommended. The event provides drop-bag placement at checkpoints, on-course washrooms at the start/finish parking, and finisher recognition including a medal and podium prizes for top three in each gender and distance.

Entries fill quickly — the organizer advises registering early to secure a spot and the event’s finisher swag.

• Start/finish at Station Flats in Kananaskis (parking and washrooms in the lot)
• Terrain is technical K-Country singletrack with rocky and rooty sections typical of Bragg Creek trails
• Marathon distance covers 42.2 km with roughly 1,286 metres of cumulative elevation gain
• Aid stations stocked with water, Blonyx Hydra+ electrolyte drink, cola and a variety of snacks
• Drop-bag placement available at designated aid station checkpoints

• Challenging singletrack test: 42.2 km full-marathon with approximately 1,286 m of elevation gain on K-Country singletrack
• Well-stocked aid stations: offerings include water, Blonyx Hydra+ electrolyte drink, cola, fruit, pretzels, chips and Xact Nutrition Fruit Bars
• Mandatory safety kit enforced: all runners must carry a hydration pack, jacket, gloves and a BUFF to cover the ears
• Drop-bag support on course: runners can leave labelled drop bags to be placed at aid stations/checkpoints
• Finishers’ recognition: all finishers receive a finisher’s medal and top three in each gender/distance earn prizes