Elk Valley Ultra 50k

Fernie, British Columbia, Canada

32.1 miles (51.7 km) · 8,865 ft elevation gain · Loop · Race

The Elk Valley Ultra 50k is a 32.1 mile race in Fernie, British Columbia, Canada. The course features 8,797 feet of elevation gain and 8,840 feet of descent. The most significant ascent covers 4.6 miles and gains 2,823 feet. Vertical rate measures 274 feet of gain per mile. Approximately 47% of the route is runnable. Technical difficulty: very hilly. This route ranks at the 83.2th percentile for difficulty among similar distances. This loop race attracts runners seeking race experience in British Columbia.

Route facts

Distance	32.1 mi (51.7 km)
Elevation gain	8,865 ft (2,702 m)
Average gain	276 ft per mile (52 m per km)
Longest climb	5.9 mi, 3,839 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	65.1%
Runnable	47% of the route
Climbs / descents	4 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	14.3 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Race

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	10%
Mild uphill	16%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	20%
Mild downhill	14%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	24%

Questions about Elk Valley Ultra 50k

How much elevation gain does Elk Valley Ultra 50k have?

Elk Valley Ultra 50k has 8,865 ft (2,702 m) of elevation gain over 32.1 miles (51.7 km). That averages 276 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Elk Valley Ultra 50k?

The difficulty score for Elk Valley Ultra 50k is 14.3 of 100. That is harder than 81.8% of routes at a similar distance. About 47% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Elk Valley Ultra 50k?

The longest climb on Elk Valley Ultra 50k runs 5.9 miles (9.5 km) and gains 3,839 ft (1,170 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 65.1%.