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Canadian Death Race 2025

Date
August 2, 2025
Location
Grande Cache, Alberta
Events
4 Races

About Canadian Death Race 2025

The Canadian Death Race, established in 2000, is one of the world's toughest ultramarathons. The 118 km course begins and ends on a 4,200-foot plateau, traverses three mountain summits, and includes over 17,000 feet of elevation change, along with a major river crossing at Hell's Gate canyon. Participants face extreme conditions, testing their endurance against the backdrop of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

Finishing the race is considered a significant achievement. The race offers multiple distances including the iconic 118 km Ultra, the Near Death Marathon, a team relay, and a Kids' Race, all set on challenging trail terrain.

Race Schedule

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Course Details

  • Approximately 95% dirt trails, 4% dirt roads, 1% paved surfaces
  • Total elevation change over 17,000 feet
  • River crossing requiring coin payment at Hell's Gate canyon
  • Five legs ranging from technical terrain and mountain summits to rolling hills and creek crossings
  • Aid stations available along the course

Highlights

  • Five challenging legs including mountain summits and a major river crossing at Hell's Gate canyon
  • Unique coin-carrying river crossing payment tradition
  • Multiple race distances: Ultra 118k, Near Death Marathon, Relay, and Kids' Death Race
  • Held in the stunning Canadian Rocky Mountains
  • Participants face extreme endurance challenges

RACE DAY COUNTDOWN

175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
August 2, 2025
Season
Fall (September-November)
Location
Grande Cache, Alberta
Avg Temp
Warm (20-30°C)
Avg Humidity
Low (<40%)