5 Peaks Whistler Blackcomb
The event takes place on Blackcomb Mountain with gondola access from Whistler Mountain and a crossing via the Peak to Peak Gondola. Courses traverse alpine meadows, pass alpine lakes and go over boulder fields, offering wide panoramic views.
Available distances:
- Kid's Run 1 km
- Kid's Run 3 km
- Sport Run or Hike 7 km
- Enduro Run or Hike 11 km
- Grit Run 12.5 km
A non competitive hiking division is offered for participants who plan to hike the full Sport or Enduro courses. This division is led by two pace leaders, does not allow running and does not include a podium, though hikers are entered into prize draws and on-site activities. Estimated finish times are about 2 hours for the Sport course and 3 hours for the Enduro.
Gondola tickets are not included with event registration; a limited number of discounted gondola tickets are available for separate purchase through the registration platform. The event is cup free; water and an electrolyte beverage are available at the start, finish and at one or more aid stations. The on-course electrolyte beverage is Blonyx Hydra Plus, made with real food ingredients. Optional swag and finisher medals can be pre-purchased or obtained on site while supplies last and must be picked up at the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Race Distances & Maps:
Click on the links below for maps, elevation gain and loss, and aid station locations.
- Kid's Run - 1 km
- Kid's Run 3 km
- Sport Run or Hike - 7 km
- Enduro Run or Hike - 11 km
- Grit Run - 12.5 km
*Race distances and maps are subject to change based on trail conditions up to the day of the race.
Join our regional Facebook group to ask any questions that you might have prior to race day.
Event Schedule:
Friday, September 4th
2:00 p.m. - Packet Pick Up: Capra Running in Squamish - 4-40437 Tantalus Rd, Garibaldi Highlands, BC V0N 1T0
7:00 p.m. - Packet Pick Up Ends
Saturday, September 5th
8:00 a.m. - Onsite Packet Pick Up Begins: Next to the Blackcomb Gondola in the Upper Village
9:00 a.m. - Racers & Spectators start to upload on the Blackcomb Gondola
10:00 a.m. - Onsite Packet Pick Up Ends
10:00 a.m. - Grit Course Start
10:05 a.m. - Enduro Hikers Start
10:10 a.m. - Sport Hikers Start
10:15 a.m. - 3K Kid's Run Start
10:15 a.m. - Racers & Spectators Gondola upload ends.
10:45 a.m. - 1K Kid's Run Start
11:00 a.m. - Enduro Course Start
11:15 a.m. - Sport Course Start
11:30 a.m. - Post race food & beverage available in race compound.
Awards will be presented throughout the morning when the top 3 in each competitive category have finished.
* Event schedule subject to change up to day of race.
** The Hiking option is intended for those who plan to hike the entire Sport or Enduro course. It is not an early start for those who plan to run any portion of the Sport or Enduro courses.
Important Information:
Race Contact: [email protected]
Volunteering: Are you interested in volunteering at this event? Click HERE to sign up. Click HERE to view the Volunteer role descriptions.
In exchange for 4 hrs of volunteering, each volunteer can choose between an entry to a future 5 Peaks Series Event or an item from the 5 Peaks merch table.
If you have any questions about volunteering with this event, please contact: Annika @ [email protected]
Gondola Tickets:All race participants and spectators must take t
