Nelson, BC
Tackle the Toad is returning to Nelson! Kicking off Canada Day weekend, on Saturday 29th June 2024 the iconic trail race is once again taking on Toad Mountain.
Leading the lucky challengers on an epic route through world-class single track trails, flanked by ancient Cedar forests and rising up into the rocky alpine ridge lines above Kootenay Lake. Expect hard climbs, technical descents and awe-inspiring views. Runners can choose between the 20k or 50k distance with up to 2500m of vert(race dependent!). For folks looking for a challenging run, with a taste of proper Kootenay mountain running...this one is for you!
This years race will be headed by Race Director Emily Ostler, with the course design by local running legend Dave Stevens. With support from Nelson Running Club and in proud association with Nelson Cycle Club; a portion of race fee's will be donated to maintain the beautiful trails in the area.
Upcoming Races
Jun 29 2024
20 KM
Just dipping your toe in long distance trail running or looking for route that balances challenge and beauty? This one is for you!
Tackle the Toad 20k is bring superb single-track trails through interior rainforest, cedar forests and up to rocky high alpine ridge lines that offer break-taking views of Kootenay Lake for runners to experience and savour. There will be some challenging climbs, technical descents so not for the faint hearted. But will be all make worthwhile from getting to experience some true Kootenay mountain running!
987
987
ft.
Single Loop
Course
3 Aid
Stations
2
Elevation Rating
Rolling, ~2500 feet in 50 miles
2
Surface Rating
Mostly groomed trail or dirt roads
Jun 29 2024
50 KM
Be taken on a epic adventure on winding single-track trails through interior rainforest, cedar forests and up to rocky high alpine ridge lines that offer break-taking views of Kootenay Lake and funky Nelson below. Expect challenging climbs, technical descents and having aching face muscles from all the smiling his scenery will inspire!
2,500
2,521
ft.
Single Loop
Course
6 Aid
Stations
12:00 Cutoff
3
Elevation Rating
Hilly, ~2500-7500 feet in 50 miles
2
Surface Rating
Mostly groomed trail or dirt roads
Results
50 KM
View course top times| Date | Finishers | Top Result (M) | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/20 | Race Cancelled | ||
| 09/08/19 | 21 | 5:17:35 | 6:01:20 |
