Hornby Island 2026

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Mar 14, 2026 edition in Hornby Island, BC. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2026 race calendar.

The Hornby Island race is a spring trail running event held March 14, 2026 on Hornby Island, British Columbia. Organized by Coastline Endurance Running, the event brings the promoter's Vancouver Island trail pedigree into the Gulf Islands for a day of off‑road running on coastal island trails.

The 2026 edition runs as a single‑day trail event across Hornby Island's network of paths and technical singletrack. Runners should expect a race that leans on natural island terrain rather than paved or urban routes — the course navigates narrow singletrack, short stretches of double track and sections that demand careful footing.

What sets Hornby Island apart is the setting and local support. Courses thread through stands of Arbutus and moss‑covered forest floor, with pockets of ancient coastal BC forest giving a distinctly Pacific Northwest feel. Coastline stages this event alongside its other Vancouver Island races and leans on a strong volunteer base and local partners, creating a community‑minded atmosphere that highlights island trails rather than flashy extras.

Registration for the 2026 Hornby Island race is listed as sold out. Prospective entrants should watch Coastline Endurance Running announcements for future editions and waitlist or next‑year opportunities.

• Start and finish take place on Hornby Island.
• Terrain is primarily singletrack with short stretches of double track and technical trail sections.
• Course scenery includes Arbutus trees, moss‑covered forest floor and stands of ancient coastal forest.

• Technical coastal singletrack: course features a leg‑bursting mix of narrow singletrack, short double‑track sections and technical mountain trail stretches.
• Island forest scenery: runs through Arbutus stands, moss‑covered forest floor and pockets of ancient coastal BC forest.
• Community‑backed event: supported by a volunteer crew and local partners, reflecting a strong island community vibe.
• High demand: the 2026 edition is listed as sold out, underscoring the event's popularity.