Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run 2025

The Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run is a challenging 30-mile (48.6 km) ultramarathon along the Baden-Powell Centennial Trail from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove in British Columbia. It features approximately 8,000 feet of ascent and 8,300 feet of descent, offering runners magnificent city, mountain, and ocean views. Recognized as one of the 25 toughest races in North America by Running Wild magazine, the event has been held annually since 1989.

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The race tests endurance on technical trails through the North Shore Mountains, including the highest point at Black Mountain (4,016 feet). Competitors must complete the course within 10 hours, with cut-off times enforced from the halfway point onwards.

• Follows Baden-Powell Centennial Trail from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove
• Approximately 30 miles (48.6 km)
• Rugged, technical trail through North Shore Mountains
• Scenic views of city, mountain, and ocean

• 30-mile ultramarathon with ~8,000 feet ascent and ~8,300 feet descent
• Recognized among the 25 toughest races in North America
• Highest point at Black Mountain (4,016 feet / 1,224 meters)
• 11 well-stocked aid stations
• 10-hour time limit with cut-offs from halfway point
• Minimum age 17; runners 14-16 allowed with parental waivers and support
• Registration for 2025 event is closed