About
Nestled at the intersection of the Canadian Rockies, Cariboos, and Monashees, Valemount, BC boasts awe-inspiring landscapes. The Alpenglow 100 encompasses this natural beauty with challenging routes that reach heights of over 2300 meters across McKirdy and Swift Mountains. You'll enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Robson, the Premier’s Range, and Kinbasket Lake, ensuring spectacular scenery every step of the way. The race coincides with the stunning natural phenomenon of alpenglow, where refracted sunlight casts a magical glow on the peaks just before sunrise and after sunset. This event offers an authentic, non-corporate mountain running experience, promising breathtaking vistas and an unforgettable connection to nature. Whether you're venturing through lush valleys or traversing high alpine ridges, Valemount provides an extraordinary backdrop for your adventure.
Races
60K
Jul 3, 2026 (Fri)
Distance
60 km
Terrain
Trail
Course
Single loop
Difficulty
Intermediate
Course record (M)
8:03:34
Course record (F)
8:45:54
60K
Jul 4, 2026 (Sat) - 07:00
Distance
60 km
Terrain
Trail
Course
Single loop
Elevation gain
3,300 m
Elevation loss
3,300 m
Difficulty
Intermediate
100K
Jul 3, 2026 (Fri) - 09:30
Distance
100 km
Terrain
Trail
Course
Single loop
Elevation gain
4,800 m
Elevation loss
4,800 m
Difficulty
Intermediate
Course record (M)
11:39:52
Course record (F)
13:38:51
Weather history
Temperature
12°C / 25°C
Feels like
12°C / 25°C
Avg sunshine hours
13h 1m
Avg rainfall
2 mm
Avg snowfall
-
Max wind speed
8.5 km/h (Light breeze)
Sweat loss rate
High
Trail conditions
Dry and firm trail



