Unlimited Stages • Half Marathon • Relay • Kids' Race
New Obscura-style race format for 2027 for distances of 21.1km to over 160km!
Black Spur Ultra is wrought from the winding, technical single track that trail runners dream about. No pavement, big climbs through rugged terrain, immaculate trails, and stunning scenery. Hosted at Kimberley Alpine Resort, you can walk to the start line right from your hotel room.
This year, we are introducing the Obscura series and a new format to the race. If you register for the Ultra – Unlimited Distances, you can run as many of the stages as you want within the 24-hour cutoff. You can also register for the Half Marathon alone, which is the first stage of the race. We still have the relay team of 6 option, which follows the original 6-stage format. Check out the Obscura series info here.
Kimberley is a secluded gem nestled between the Purcell and Rocky Mountains. With an extensive network of single and double-track trails accessible right from the edge of town, Kimberley is a natural choice for a mountain ultra.
The community is genuinely friendly and welcoming, with a spirit that embraces outdoor adventure. Kimberley Alpine Resort is a world-class venue that is set up to host large groups, and it is perfectly situated on the trail network.
Be sure to check out the Racer Information Package for full race details.
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Black Spur Solo – Unlimited Distances
Price changes in 3 months 12 days-
With the new Obscura format, you can race as many loops as you want, and you get a finish time based on the number of loops you complete. So you can do anything from a Half Marathon to a full 100-miler, if you make it in time.
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Register for Black Spur Solo – Unlimited DistancesCA$245.00
Early bird price
Now registering Oct 20 – Feb 3 -
CA$260.00
Regular price
Feb 4 – Aug 3 -
CA$275.00
11th Hour price
Aug 4 – Aug 25
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Black Spur Half Marathon
Price changes in 3 months 12 days-
This is for leg 1 only! You will not get a time for anything past the first stage.
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Register for Black Spur Half MarathonCA$220.00
Early bird price
Now registering Oct 20 – Feb 3 -
CA$235.00
Regular price
Feb 4 – Aug 3 -
CA$245.00
11th Hour price
Aug 4 – Aug 25
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Black Spur Relay – 108k
Price changes in 3 months 12 days-
Note that you can add teammates after registering by getting them to sign up individually, then select to join your team. You can also enable an access code so that you don't get strangers joining. You must start with two teammates to register a team.
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Register for Black Spur Relay – 108kCA$210.00
Per person - Early bird price
Now registering Oct 20 – Feb 3 -
CA$220.00
Per person - Regular price
Feb 4 – Aug 3 -
CA$230.00
11th Hour price (per person)
Aug 4 – Aug 25
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Black Spur Kids
Price changes in 3 months 12 days-
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Register for Black Spur KidsCA$40.00
Regular price
Now registering Oct 20 – Feb 3 -
CA$40.00
Regular price
Feb 4 – Aug 3 -
CA$45.00
11th Hour price
Aug 4 – Aug 25
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Countdown to event
Event schedule
- Fri, August 27, 2027 2:00 PM - Racer Check-in (at Kimberley Conference Centre)
- Fri, August 27, 2027 7:15 PM - Volunteer Meeting
- Fri, August 27, 2027 8:00 PM - Racer Meeting
- Sat, August 28, 2027 1:30 AM - Half Marathon Ends
- Sat, August 28, 2027 6:30 AM - Late Check-in (By Reservation Only)
- Sat, August 28, 2027 8:00 AM - 108k + 54k Race Starts
- Sat, August 28, 2027 8:30 AM - Half Marathon Starts
- Sat, August 28, 2027 9:00 AM - Kids Race Starts
- Sat, August 28, 2027 10:30 AM - Kids Race Awards (if the kids are in)
- Sat, August 28, 2027 1:00 PM - Half Marathon Lunch
- Sat, August 28, 2027 1:30 PM - Half Marathon Awards
- Sat, August 28, 2027 7:30 PM - 54k Dinner
- Sat, August 28, 2027 8:00 PM - 54k Course Closes
- Sat, August 28, 2027 8:15 PM - 54k Awards
- Sun, August 29, 2027 8:00 AM - 108k Course Closes + Race Ends
- Sun, August 29, 2027 8:05 AM - 108k Brunch
- Sun, August 29, 2027 9:15 AM - 108k Awards
Contact information
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