The Snowden Trail Race takes place on Saturday, 30 May 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT at PRT Growing Services Ltd. – Campbell River Nursery on Snowden Camp Road in Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada. This grassroots event features 11 km (approx. 170 m elevation gain) and 26 km (approx. 485 m elevation gain) courses through the stunning Snowden Demonstration Forest — miles of single‑track with gentle rollers and some of the softest ground your feet will ever race on. The event benefits Campbell River Search & Rescue Society, a group of dedicated volunteers providing a vital lifeline to those lost or injured in the wilderness of northern Vancouver Island.
| Distance | Elevation Gain | Start Time | Spots Remaining | Strava Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 km | ~170 m | 11:00 AM | 50 | Strava route |
| 26 km | ~485 m | 11:00 AM | 32 | Strava route |
What to expect:
Important policies (strictly enforced, violations result in a ban):
Cell coverage is extremely limited (basically none) at Race Central and throughout the trail network. Please read the complete race policies before registering.
Territorial acknowledgment: The event takes place on the unceded traditional territory of the Ligwiłda’xw people — the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah First Nations. The organizers thank them for allowing us to live, work, and play on their lands.
As of now, CA$3,431.58 has been raised for Campbell River Search & Rescue. Top donor: Diana Graham (CA$107.72). Top fundraiser: Daniela B. (CA$191.42 raised of CA$250 goal). Top team: Run to beer (CA$227.10).
For questions, contact Derek Kaufman via the event page. The event is presented by (sponsor logo not named in text) and supported by multiple local partners.
May 30, 2026
Distance — 11km
Type — Running
11:00
$50.55
May 30, 2026
Distance — 26km
Type — Running
11:00
$61.33
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Campbell River.
Learn more about the host city, Campbell River.
Campbell River, or Wiwek̓a̱m, is a city of about 35,000 people (2016) on the east coast of Vancouver Island. It is renowned as the "Salmon Capital of the World". Campbell River lies along the important coastal Inside Passage shipping route. The town has little to appeal to the average tourist, but is heaven for hikers, kayakers, fishers and naturists. Here you will find a slow, quiet island lifestyle and beautiful scenery.
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