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.

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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.

• 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

• 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