2025 Emperor's Challenge

Event Details

Welcome to the Emperor's Challenge! This half marathon takes place on Babcock Mountain within the beautiful Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Global Geopark. With a total distance of 20 km and an elevation gain of 2050 feet (610 m), this race is not for the faint-hearted!

Date & Time

Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. MST

Location

South Core Lodge Road, Tumbler Ridge, BC, Canada

Race Information

• Registration closes at MIDNIGHT on July 31, 2025.
• Race package pick-up: Friday evening at Tumbler Ridge Community Centre, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. or race morning between 7 a.m. and 8:15 a.m.
• The 20 km race is capped at 1,000 participants.
• No dogs allowed on the course or at the start/finish area.
• This is a non-smoking event.
• Chip timing will be used.

Courses

• 20 km Mountain Run
• Kids Race: Distances of 2 km and 4 km

Awards

Finisher medals will be awarded based on times and special awards will be presented onsite after the completion of the races.

Contact Information

Race Director: Manda
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 250-488-9839