Survival of the Fittest

Survival of the Fittest

Salomon Coast Mountain Trail Running (CMTR) hosts quality, challenging, professionally-run trail events in world-class destinations around BC's Lower Mainland. Survival of the Fittest is a fantastic loop from the incredibly scenic Capilano University (formerly Quest) lands in Squamish, BC. With a generous mix of climbing, descending, runnable and technical, these courses have it all. Views across the valley at the dominant Tantalus Mountain Range are presented via both distances.

Our 18 km option has seen all of the top local talent race it over the years, and as such, the course records are incredibly stout. The 35 km option has become an early-season favourite for those pursuing longer distances with their summer running goals.

Registration closes at 600 participants. $5 from every registration goes to support Squamish Search & Rescue. Additional donations welcome. As well, one tree will be planted locally for every registration, in partnership with a Fraser Valley rehabilitation project.

Our Kids Race is a ~1km run designed for ages 3-10 with special kids' bibs and finisher stickers. Registration is free and is available online or on race morning.

Note: Most CMTR events now offer ITRA points; UTMB points are no longer available.

Event Schedule

• Fri, December 5, 2025 7:00 a.m. - Registration Opens
• Fri, May 8, 2026 4:00 p.m. - Package Pickup @ Capra (until 7pm)
• Sat, May 9, 2026 7:30 a.m. - Package Pickup @ Start (until 9:15am)
• Sat, May 9, 2026 8:30 a.m. - Kids Race
• Sat, May 9, 2026 9:00 a.m. - 35 km
• Sat, May 9, 2026 9:30 a.m. - 18 km