5 Peaks Trail Run at Bowmont Park
This event is part of the 5 Peaks Trail Running Series and takes place on the trails of Bowmont Park in northwest Calgary. The start and finish are located at Varsity Village Park next to Christine Meikle school. The route is singletrack focused and includes stretches that run parallel to the Bow River.
Runners begin with a westward traverse on the Sideshow Bob trail built into the side of a cliff, offering valley and river views. The course drops into Dale Hodges Park, follows singletrack east briefly, loops west through the park, then connects to trails along the river. Sport runners take the return route from Silverthorn Park while Enduro runners follow a longer loop further east before joining the same final stretch. Expect rolling hills, a few steep climbs, technical descents, and the possibility of hot conditions.
Distances offered
- Kid's Run 1 km
- Kid's Run 3 km
- Sport Run or Hike 7.4 km
- Enduro Run or Hike 11.7 km
Washroom facilities are available at the start and finish. Parking near the venue is limited. Spectators are welcome. Awards include medals for the top three finishers of each gender in each age and distance category, plus the top three male and female overall; awards must be picked up at the event. This is a cup free event so there will be no cups at start, finish, or aid stations; water and electrolyte drink are provided at the start and finish and at one or more aid stations. Swag and optional finisher medals are not included with registration and can be purchased separately. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Event Schedule:
Friday, July 24th
- 4:00 p.m. - Packet Pick Up: Strides, 107, 12445 Lake Fraser Drive S.E.Calgary, Alberta T2J 7A4
- 6:30 p.m. - Packet Pick Up Ends
Saturday, July 25th
- 7:30 a.m. - Onsite Packet Pick Up Begins - Varsity Village Park
- 8:15 a.m. - Kid's 3 km Run
- 8:30 a.m. - Kid's 1 km Run - sign up is free and done the morning of the race.
- 8:45 a.m. - Onsite Packet Pick Up Closes
- 9:00 a.m. - Start of Wave # 1 – Speedy Runners
- 9:05 a.m. - Start of Wave # 2 – Mid Pack
- 9:10 a.m. - Start of Wave # 3 – Beer/Vino Club (Hikers/Walkers)
- 10:00 a.m. - Post Race Food available in the Expo.
- 10:45 a.m. - Verify Results for Podium
- 11:00 a.m. - Awards
Important Information:
- Race Contact: [email protected]
- Volunteering: Are you interested in volunteering at this event? Click HERE to sign up. If you have any questions about volunteering with this event, please contact: [email protected]
- Safety: In the interest of racer safety and because of the size of our attendance and the technicality of our course, please do not bring the following on the race course: No dogs, No headphones, No strollers or baby joggers, No hiking poles except for in the non-competitive hiking categories.
- Washrooms: Washroom facilities are available at Start / Finish area.
- Spectators: Spectators are welcome. Spectators who cheer will be rewarded with smiles.
- Parking: Please note parking near the venue is limited.
