Moose Mountain Trail Races

ABOUT THE RACE

The Moose Mountain Trail Races (MMTR), hosted by Lewiston Ultra Events, is Alberta’s oldest sanctioned trail race, offering 16KM, 29KM, 42KM, and 50KM solo mountain trail distances. This iconic event takes place on one of the original trail systems within the Kananaskis Country park system and has become a cornerstone of the trail running community. Starting and finishing at the West Bragg Creek recreational day-use area, the course ascends from the rolling prairie into the foothills, where over 150KM of beautifully crafted, community-built trails await. Runners will experience an incredible journey along forested single and double-track trails, with the 8,000-foot Moose Mountain, the highest peak in the range, as their stunning backdrop. This grassroots trail event has been a cherished part of the running community for over three decades. It’s more than a race—it’s a celebration of history, tradition, and the extraordinary community that comes together to cheer on every runner. Lewiston Ultra Events is honoured to carry on the legacy of the Moose Mountain Trail Races, a tradition that began in 1992.

REGISTRATION

All distances will be $145 CDN (+GST & UltraSignup fee). Participants must be 18 years of age or older on race day. AMEX (AMERICAN EXPRESS & DISCOVERY) cards are not accepted methods of payment. Lewiston Ultra Events does not offer refunds and there is no waitlist. Registration is transferable until 8am on August 10, 2026 for a $20 administration fee. There are no transfers after 8am on August 10, 2026 – no exceptions. Please understand as there are liability issues, impacts with medical volunteer support and race integrity. Transfer requests can be sent to [email protected]. Registration will close August 10, 2026 @ 8am or when the race fills; whichever comes first.

THE COURSE

Moose Mountain Trail Races hosts four (4) distances: 16KM, 29KM, 42KM & 50KM

16KM (11AM START)

• Elevation gain: 460 meters
• Elevation loss: 460 meters
• Estimated completion time: 1 hrs – 2.5 hrs
• Trail Type: 75% Single Track with some Double Track
• Aid Station @ 8KM
• FINISH LINE CUT OFF: Runners must cross the finish line by 3:30pm to receive official finish time & finishers medal

29KM (8:30AM START)

• Elevation gain: 1220 meters
• Elevation loss: 1220 meters
• Estimated completion time: 2.5 hrs – 4.5 hrs
• Trail Type: 50% Single Track & 50% Double Track
• Aid Available @ 9KM & 20KM
• CUT OFF – Runners must arrive at the T-Junction Aid [20KM] by 1pm. Runners after the 1pm cut off will be assisted off the mtn & brought to the finish line.

42KM (8:30AM START)

• Elevation gain: 1620 meters
• Elevation loss: 1620 meters
• Estimated completion time: 3.5 hrs – 6 hrs
• Trail Type: 50% Single Track & 50% Double Track
• Aid Available @ 9KM, 20KM, 27KM & 33KM
• CUT OFF 1 – Runners must arrive at the T-Junction Aid [20KM] by 1pm. Runners after the 1pm cut off will be assisted off the mtn & brought to the finish line.
• CUT OFF 2 - Runners must arrive at the Moose Connector Aid [27KM] by 2pm or they will be redirected to the finish line & receive placement in the 29KM distance

50KM (8:30AM START)

• Elevation gain: 2351meters
• Elevation loss: 2351meters
• Estimated completion time: 4 hrs – 7.5 hrs
• Trail Type: 50% Single Track & 50% Double Track
• Aid Available @ 9KM, 22KM, 36KM & 42KM
• CUT OFF 1 – Runners must arrive at the T-Junction Aid [22KM] by 1pm. Runners after the 1pm cut off will be assisted off the mtn & brought to the finish line.
• CUT OFF 2 - Runners must arrive at the Moose Connector Aid [36KM] by 2pm or they will be redirected to the finish line & will DNF