Arc'teryx Minotaur SkyRace 33.5km Saturday, June 27: Crowsnest Pass
Minotaur SkyRace presened by Arc'teryx: Sat, June 27
Minotaur SkyRace, presented by Arc'teryx, is an official course under the International Skyrunning Federation, and the host race for the 2026 Canadian National Skyrunning Championships. 33.5 km
2900 m
12 hour cut-off
Mark your calendars for June 27, 2026 and get ready for an epic day in the mountains of Crowsnest Pass,AB.
Whether you’re looking to test yourself on an ISF Certified skyrunning course (Canadian wilderness edition) or you simply want to poke your head above the clouds, this rugged and remote course is a true bucket list race. Our world class race course attracts a highly competitive field, and we are proud to offer cash prizing for Top 10 male and female finishers of Minotaur SkyRace.
Registration Policies:
- Bib transfers can be arranged at the discretion of the race organizer, please contact us directly. Deferrals/rollovers of entries to future years are not permitted.
- 50% refund available until March 31.
- Participants may change their distance to the Mini-Taur 10 km, but will not receive a refund for the difference.
- Price increase April 1 and June 1.
- Participants must be at least 18 years of age on race day.
Mini-Taur 10 km Sunday, June 28: Crowsnest Pass
Mini-Taur 10 km, Sun, June 28:
Canada's Hardest 10 km race!
10.5 km
1000 m
5 hour cut-off
2026 host race for the continental youth skyrunning championships.
Are you ready to take on Canada's Hardest 10 km race? The Mini-Taur 10 km delivers 1000 m of vert in the first 5 km and takes racers up Bluff mountain, where they can take in the views of Crowsnest Pass and the infamous Turtle Mountain. The first 5 km of the Mini-Taur is also the first 5 km of Minotaur SkyRace, so if you're wanting to test out skyrunning, this is the perfect course for you!
Racers have 5 hours to complete the Mini-Taur 10 km (she's a beast) and Top 3 male and female finishers will receive cash prizing
Registration Policies:
- Bib transfers may be arranged at the discretion of the race organizer, please contact us directly.
- We do not allow for deferrals/rollover of entries to future years.
- 50% refund available until March 31.
- Participants may change their distance if space permits, please contact us at hq@meettheminotaur.com
- Participants must be at least 16 years of age on race day.
Minotaur VK Friday, June 26: Castle Mountain Resort
Minotaur VK: Fri, June 26 at Castle Mountain Resort
Brand new for 2026, the Minotaur VK! Kick off your Minotaur weekend with a challenging International Skyrunning Federation certified vertical kilometer course hosted at Castle Mountain Resort.
This challenging vertical kilometer will take you high above Castle Mountain Resort on a mix of single track, talus and scree, and cat track. Guaranteed to get your legs, and lungs burning, the Minotaur VK offers stunning views and big rewards.
Registration Policies:
- Bib transfers may be arranged at the discretion of the race organizer, please contact us directly.
- We do not allow for deferrals/rollover of entries to future years.
- 50% refund available until March 31.
- Participants may change their distance if space permits, please contact us at hq@meettheminotaur.com
- Participants must be at least 16 years of age on race day.
Minotaur SkyRace Highlight Video
