Mount Robson Marathon 2026

The Mount Robson Marathon takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Fraser-Fort George, British Columbia. This annual event has been running since at least 2013 and is organized by the Mount Robson Marathon team. It offers a unique opportunity to run along the iconic Berg Lake Trail inside Mount Robson Provincial Park, showcasing some of British Columbia's most stunning mountain scenery.

The race features multiple distances suited to a variety of runners: a 50K Ultra Marathon, a Half Marathon, a 12K Kinney Lake run, a 5K Flatlander, plus a Kid’s Fun Run. The Ultra starts promptly at 8:00 am, followed by staggered starts for the other races between 10:00 am and noon. Registration and race kit pickup happen over two days, with the main race activities concentrated on race day, including an awards and flower ceremony at 1:00 pm.

What sets the Mount Robson Marathon apart is its spectacular scenery along the Berg Lake Trail, passing through diverse environments from cedar rainforests to alpine lakes. The 50K Ultra includes significant elevation gain and highlights such landmarks as Emperor Falls and Berg Lake itself. The event also embraces family participation through the Kid’s Fun Run held near the Visitor Centre. Optional merchandise is available for purchase, and the atmosphere celebrates mountain trail running with community spirit and natural beauty.

Runners interested in testing themselves on these scenic routes should plan to register early and arrange pickup of race numbers on Friday evening or Saturday morning. The event draws both local runners and visitors aiming to experience the legendary Mount Robson terrain firsthand.

• Start and finish at the Mount Robson Visitor Centre with initial paved road sections leading to Berg Lake Trailhead
• Terrain includes paved road, well-maintained gravel paths, and trail segments through cedar rainforests and alpine zones
• Key landmarks on the Ultra route include Kinney Lake, Whitehorn Campground, Emperor Falls Campground, Berg Lake, and Robson Pass
• Total elevation gain for the 50K Ultra is approximately 1,300 meters, with significant climbs in the Valley of a Thousand Falls and near Emperor Falls
• Aid stations located at trailhead, Kinney Lake, Whitehorn Campground, and Robson Pass

• Iconic Berg Lake Trail: all race distances run along this scenic route surrounded by Mount Robson's wilderness
• Multiple race distances: from a 50K Ultra Marathon to a Kid’s Fun Run, there’s something for all levels
• Aid stations stocked for endurance: water, Gatorade, energy bars and gels at key trail points including Kinney Lake and Robson Pass
• Awards and flower ceremony: held shortly after races, alongside prize draws to celebrate finishers