Canadian Death Race
Where the 2027 race is now
- Registration openRegister for 2027
- Race daySaturday, July 31, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Jul 31, 2027 Saturday
- Distance
- Ultra Ultramarathon
- Entry
- Open Open entry
- Boston qualifier
- n/a
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
Quick facts
- 120k solo course with over 5,000m of elevation change
- Crosses three mountain summits and a major river at Hell's Gate canyon
- 24-hour time limit for solo runners and relay teams
- Near Death 50k, Death Race Relay and Kids' Death Race run the same weekend
Course
The full course begins and ends on a 1,300m plateau in Grande Cache and passes over three mountain summits, with over 5,000m of elevation change. It includes a major river crossing at Hell's Gate canyon.
Race-day weather
Grande Cache mountain weather can move from summer heat to cold rain, wind or hail. Runners should expect large temperature swings between valleys, exposed summits and the overnight finish.
About the Canadian Death Race
The Canadian Death Race is a 120k solo mountain ultra in Grande Cache, Alberta, run by Sinister Sports. The 2027 race is its 27th edition, and solo runners and relay teams share the same course and a 24-hour time limit.
For 2027 the organizer has announced course changes, including a Near Death 50k in place of the former Near Death Marathon. The weekend also has the Death Race Relay and a Kids' Death Race.
Past Canadian Death Race dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, July 31, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, August 1, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
Canadian Death Race FAQ
When is the Canadian Death Race?
The 2027 Canadian Death Race is on Saturday, July 31, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Canadian Death Race?
Registration for the 2027 Canadian Death Race is open (checked November 2, 2026). View the official registration details at raceroster.com.
How do I track a runner in the Canadian Death Race?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Canadian Death Race results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Canadian Death Race results page.
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