Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Port Alberni 2025

The Port Alberni event is a highlight of the Vancouver Island Trail Running Series featuring technical, fast, and flowy trails. Runners can choose between a 22km long course with 530m elevation gain, a 10km short course with 250m vertical gain, and a 1km kids race. All races start and finish at E.J. Dunn Elementary School and conclude with a post-race BBQ.

Participants will find multiple aid stations on the courses and must bring their own drinking vessels as the event is cupless. It's a well-organized trail running experience suitable for diverse skill levels with a welcoming community atmosphere.

\* Long Course start time: 10:30 AM \* Short Course start time: 11:00 AM \* Kids Race start time: 10:15 AM \* Long Course entry fees: $74.25 (Dec 6–May 23), $90.90 (May 24–Jun 5), $120 race day \* Short Course entry fees: $63.15 (Dec 6–May 23), $79.80 (May 24–Jun 5), $100 race day \* Kids Race entry fee: $13.19 \* Long Course has 4 aid stations; Short Course has 2 \* Bib pickup requires government-issued photo ID \* Stroller not allowed on main courses \* Kids Race recommended for all ages; under 4 run with guardian

- Long Course: ~22km with 530m vertical gain
- Short Course: ~10km with 250m vertical gain
- Kids Race: 1km
- Start and finish at E.J. Dunn Elementary School
- Post-race BBQ for participants
- Aid stations available on both courses
- Cupless event: bring your own drinking vessel
- Dogs allowed only at start/finish on leash
- Music allowed with one earbud
- Poles and pacers are not allowed
- Parking: ample street parking; carpooling encouraged