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2023 5 Peaks Trail Running Series: Whistler Blackcomb

Saturday August 26, 2023


Whistler Blackcomb, the fourth race of the BC 5 Peaks Series, is a 5 Peaks racer favourite!

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Scroll down for more information about the course. Join our regional Facebook group to ask any questions that you might have prior to race day

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

3K Kids Timed Event Closed

  1. $25.00
    Sep. 13 - Aug. 26

Sports Course Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $60.00
      Sep. 13 – Oct. 31
    2. $65.00
      Nov. 1 – Dec. 14
    3. $75.00

      Early Bird Price

      Dec. 15 – Feb. 28
    4. $80.00

      Regular Price

      Mar. 1 – Aug. 18
    5. $85.00

      Race Week Price

      Aug. 19 – Aug. 25
    6. $100.00

      Race Day (Cash Only)

      Aug. 26 – Aug. 26

Enduro Course Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $60.00
      Sep. 13 – Oct. 31
    2. $65.00
      Nov. 1 – Dec. 14
    3. $75.00

      Early Bird Price

      Dec. 15 – Feb. 28
    4. $80.00

      Regular Price

      Mar. 1 – Aug. 18
    5. $85.00

      Race Week Price

      Aug. 19 – Aug. 25
    6. $100.00

      Race Day (Cash Only)

      Aug. 26 – Aug. 26

Grit Course Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $60.00
      Sep. 13 – Oct. 31
    2. $65.00
      Nov. 1 – Dec. 14
    3. $75.00
      Dec. 15 – Feb. 28
    4. $80.00
      Mar. 1 – Aug. 18
    5. $85.00
      Aug. 19 – Aug. 25
    6. $100.00
      Aug. 26 – Aug. 26

Event schedule

  • Fri., August 25, 2023 2:00 p.m. - Packet Pick Up: Capra Running in Squamish - 4-40437 Tantalus Rd, Garibaldi Highlands, BC V0N 1T0
  • Fri., August 25, 2023 7:00 p.m. - Packet Pick Up Ends
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 8:00 a.m. - Onsite Packet Pick Up Begins: Next to the Blackcomb Gondola in the Upper Village
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 9:00 a.m. - Racers & Spectators start to upload on the Blackcomb Gondola
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 10:00 a.m. - Onsite Packet Pick Up Ends
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 10:00 a.m. - Grit Course Start
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 10:15 a.m. - 3K Kid's Run Start
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 10:15 a.m. - Racers & Spectators Gondola upload ends.
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 10:45 a.m. - 1K Kid's Run Start
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 11:00 a.m. - Sport and Enduro Course Start
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 11:30 a.m. - Post race food & beverage available in race compound.
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 1:00 p.m. - Awards Ceremony - in Race Compound (or Rendezvous Lodge if weather doesn't cooperate).

Course Description, Distances and Maps

Join us for an epic mountain running experience that will start with a gondola ride up Whistler Mountain, and across to Blackcomb via the stunning Peak to Peak Gondola. Our races on top of Blackcomb take you on a journey through meadows filled with flowers, past alpine lakes, and up and over boulder fields, all with panoramic views that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Race Distances & Maps:

Click on the links below for maps, elevation gain and loss, and aid station locations.


Kid's Run - 1 km

Kid's Run 3 km

Sport - 6 km

Enduro - 9.9 km

Grit - 13.2 km


Race distances and maps are subject to change based on trail conditions up to the day of the race.

Gondola Tickets:

All race participants and spectators must take the gondola to the start. Gondola tickets will be sold separately and are not included with the purchase of an individual race. For those with a 5 Peaks BC series passes, gondola tickets are included.

Important Notes

In the interest of racer safety and because of the size of our attendance and the technicality of our course, please do not bring the following on the race course:

No dogs
No headphones
No strollers or baby joggers
No nordic walking poles

Washrooms: At Rendezvous Lodge... visit them before proceeding to Start / Finish line.

Spectators: Spectators welcome...best viewing from start/finish area.

Parking: Plenty of parking available.


Gondola: A gondola pass is required. This is included with the 5 Peaks Series Pass. It is available through the RaceRoster store.

Awards & Prizes: The awards ceremony will be held following the completion of all competitors. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each age category in all distances, as well as the top three male and female finishers overall. All awards must be picked up at the race and will not be mailed.


We are proudly a cup-free event: For all races and events, please bring your own reusable cup/container. Thank you for being part of our commitment to the environment!

Volunteer with Us!

Are you interested in volunteering at this event?

Reach out to Annie at bcvolunteers@5peaks.com for more information.

Fee Notes

1. All prices listed above are subject to sales tax. 5% GST in BC and Alberta and 13% HST in Ontario

2. An online processing fee will be applied to your registration into this event.

3. All funds payable in Canadian Dollars.

4. VISA, MC, Amex, and Discover Card accepted.

5. Your credit card statement will show a charge from Race Roster or Fast North Corp for your online registration into this event.

Contact information

Event contact
5 Peaks Trail Running Series
Email
info@5peaks.com
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