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2026 REGISTRATION OPENS DECEMBR 1, 2026 @ 7am PST. OverviewDate: August 15, 2026
Distance: 30k, 13k, kids race High Alpine running in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, just outside of Kelowna, British Columbia.
Falcon Ridge is the newest race in our series and is a trail runners dream tour as traverses across the most dramatic and beautiful high alpine terrain this area has to offer. Falcon Ridge 13k starts off in the Village at Big White and climbs up to Rhonda Lake, at the base of the cliff chair. Runners then head up a steep climb to the col in-between East Peak and Big White Proper - a new trail that was build for our event. It's spectacular! The course continues up the alpine to the summit of Big White (2300m) and then follows amazing single track to the base of Falcon Ridge trail. From here, the final few km's shouldn't be under-estimated as runners drop to the bottom of the Ridge Rocket Chair and climb back up to the finish in the Village square.
Falcon Ridge 30k is a loop course that starts off following the 12k course for approx. 10k before traversing over to the bottom of Gem Lake chair. From here, runners will head up a new trail built for our event, along Moonlight run & Kalina's rainbow to the summit of Gem Lake, almost 1000m ascent. Runners will do a loop on the upper alpine meadow trails before descending down Bumble Bee, a flowy MTB trail, and eventually to the base of the Ridge Rocket where you'll climb back up to the finish line in Big White Village. Kids Race: The distance is about 1km and all ages are welcome, however we typically see kids aged 5 to 10 participate. Kids under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. It's fun event and not timed. Each kid gets a bib and finishers treat. The entry is $5 and 100% of the proceeds go towards the Canadian Mental Health Association, more specifically Georgia's Wish. Registration is online. |
Course Maps
Our team would like to acknowledge and respect that Falcon Ridge takes place on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the sngaytskstx (Sinixt) People and we celebrate and honour all the history that exists upon these amazing lands.
Ascent - 1900m / 6234 ft
Descent - 1900m / 6234 ft
Descent - 1900m / 6234 ft
Ascent - 900m / 2953ft
Descent - 900m / 2953ft
Descent - 900m / 2953ft
Schedule & Details
Race Date: |
August 15, 2026 |
Distances: |
30km, 13km + kids race |
Start Times: |
30 km - 7:00 am 13 km - 9:00 am Kids - 9:35 am |
Mandatory Pre-Race Briefing: |
Our team will mail out a recorded race briefing on Friday August 14th, that is mandatory for all racers to watch before race day. Saturday August 15th 15 mins before race start. |
Package Pick-Up: |
Friday August 14, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm 30k, 13k + kids race Fresh Air Experience Dilworth
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Parking Big White Ski Resort: |
Parking is at Happy Valley Parking lot. Runners will take the gondola up to the village. |
7 Summits Trail Head |
The start is located in the Village Square at Big White Ski Resort. MAP TO THE START |
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Mandatory Gear Check |
Saturday August 15, 2025 Random gear checks will take place before the start and on course. If a runner is caught without the mandatory gear they will be disqualified. |
On-Mountain Meal Options |
LUNCH IS INCLUDED Lunch is include in racers entry fees. Please hand in the tear-away portion of your race bib (which specifies your preferences entered when you registered) to pick up lunch. Vegan/GF: curry & rice No Preferences: Pizza. BIG WHITE SKI RESORT For a list of open services at Big White, please see below. |
Award Ceremony & Celebration |
Saturday July 15th / The Village Centre Finish Area Lunch starts - 11:00am Awards - 11:30am |
Communications |
Package Pick Up at Fresh Air Experience
- Package pick-up is offered ahead of time for those participating in all distance of the Broken Goat.
- Please print the BIG WHITE waiver, sign it and bring it to package pick up.
- Please have proof of I.D. with you.
- If you are picking up a bib for a friend, you must have a copy of their photo ID. NO exceptions.
- Only special considerations will be made for day of race package pick up. Please email Stephanie@pacetrailruns to make a special request.
- Transfer of bib numbers is strictly prohibited and you will be permanently banned from all PACE Trail Series races should you race under a bib number that is not registered to you. Thank you for your cooperation.
Parking Map
Mandatory Gear
Falcon Ridge is a remote high alpine race and all racers must be prepared for varying temperatures. Think in terms of being stuck: If you are forced to spend additional time out in the elements, you will be much better off if you have extra clothing & fuel to help. A sprained ankle could mean a long, slow painful limp into the nearest aid station, possibly in cold rain. Hypothermia can be very dangerous, especially on tired bodies with no reserves left for generating heat.
30k & 13k Runners MUST start with the following items and carry these with them the entire race.
- Lightweight jacket for variable weather and cold temperatures
- Emergency Blanket
30k Runners MUST start the race with the following fuel & hydration requirements:
- Hydration pack, handheld water bottles or flasks equalling a minimum of 1.5 litres
- Food equating to a minimum 400 calories
13 km Runners must start the race with the following fuel & hydration requirements:
- Hydration pack, handheld water bottles or flasks equalling a minimum of 1 litres
- Food equating to a minimum 200 calories
The following is "recommended" gear:
- Cap/toque: Some areas are exposed to the sun and a toque can keep your head warm in cold temperatures.
- Extra warm layer in addition to a jacket (thin long sleeve base layer or additional jacket).
- Cell phone: Various portions of the course have cell coverage.
- Bear Spray
- Gloves
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- High energy fuel and drink
MANDATORY GEAR CHECK
10 Essentials:
We encourage everyone to always carry the 10 Essentials for Backcountry Safety in your pack. Whether you’re out training, adventuring, or participating in one of our marked races, you can never predict what might happen. Learn more about the 10 Essentials in this article by Emelee Outdoors.
30k & 12k runners must keep their mandatory gear with them during the whole race.
This is for your safety and race organizers reserve the right to adapt or change the mandatory gear list/rules last minute. Please ensure you watch the mandatory race briefing video for any last minute changes. Thank you for your cooperation.
30k & 13k Runners MUST start with the following items and carry these with them the entire race.
- Lightweight jacket for variable weather and cold temperatures
- Emergency Blanket
30k Runners MUST start the race with the following fuel & hydration requirements:
- Hydration pack, handheld water bottles or flasks equalling a minimum of 1.5 litres
- Food equating to a minimum 400 calories
13 km Runners must start the race with the following fuel & hydration requirements:
- Hydration pack, handheld water bottles or flasks equalling a minimum of 1 litres
- Food equating to a minimum 200 calories
The following is "recommended" gear:
- Cap/toque: Some areas are exposed to the sun and a toque can keep your head warm in cold temperatures.
- Extra warm layer in addition to a jacket (thin long sleeve base layer or additional jacket).
- Cell phone: Various portions of the course have cell coverage.
- Bear Spray
- Gloves
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- High energy fuel and drink
MANDATORY GEAR CHECK
- Random gear checks will occur at the start of the race and throughout the race while on-course. Any runner failing to produce a piece of mandatory gear will be disqualified.
- STARTING AREA WASHROOMS: There will be portable toilets in the start/finish area in the village.
10 Essentials:
We encourage everyone to always carry the 10 Essentials for Backcountry Safety in your pack. Whether you’re out training, adventuring, or participating in one of our marked races, you can never predict what might happen. Learn more about the 10 Essentials in this article by Emelee Outdoors.
30k & 12k runners must keep their mandatory gear with them during the whole race.
This is for your safety and race organizers reserve the right to adapt or change the mandatory gear list/rules last minute. Please ensure you watch the mandatory race briefing video for any last minute changes. Thank you for your cooperation.
Aid Stations
Cupless
In our continuous effort to reduce waste, all our races are cup-free. You will need to pack along your own cup for fluids at aid stations and at the finish line.
Bullet Express Aid Station
Gem Lake Aid Station
In our continuous effort to reduce waste, all our races are cup-free. You will need to pack along your own cup for fluids at aid stations and at the finish line.
Bullet Express Aid Station
- This is Aid #1 & #3 for 30k runners
- This is Aid #1 for 13k runners
- Crew Access is via the Bullet Chair and requires a lift pass, $15.
Gem Lake Aid Station
- This is Aid #2 for 30 km runners
Check Points
All aid stations also act as check points and it is mandatory that you check in at all aid stations. Please have your race bibs on the front of your person and ensure they are visible.
Crew Access:
Bullet Express Aid Station - hike in or tram only. Tram $15.
Aid Station #2 - Base of Gem Lake, drivable and plenty of parking.
Crew are NOT ALLOWED anywhere else along the course.
Pacers are NOT ALLOWED in any distance.
Poles ARE allowed and encouraged for this event. Please be careful and aware of other runners, especially those who are directly behind you.
Runner Assistance: Runners may not receive assistance outside of designated Aid Stations by anyone other than another registered active runner. You are, however, allowed to receive assistance from a crew within Aid Station boundaries so long as your crew does not impede other runners or race staff. This standard is enforced for the fairness of all runners.
All aid stations also act as check points and it is mandatory that you check in at all aid stations. Please have your race bibs on the front of your person and ensure they are visible.
Crew Access:
Bullet Express Aid Station - hike in or tram only. Tram $15.
Aid Station #2 - Base of Gem Lake, drivable and plenty of parking.
Crew are NOT ALLOWED anywhere else along the course.
Pacers are NOT ALLOWED in any distance.
Poles ARE allowed and encouraged for this event. Please be careful and aware of other runners, especially those who are directly behind you.
Runner Assistance: Runners may not receive assistance outside of designated Aid Stations by anyone other than another registered active runner. You are, however, allowed to receive assistance from a crew within Aid Station boundaries so long as your crew does not impede other runners or race staff. This standard is enforced for the fairness of all runners.
35KM AID STATIONS |
DISTANCE |
CREW ACCESS |
BULLET EXPRESS #1 |
8 km |
Yes: Hike in or Tram $15 |
GEM LAKE #2 |
16 km |
Yes. Parking Access. |
BULLET EXPRESS #3 |
20 km |
Yes: Hike in or Tram $15 |
13KM AID STATIONS |
DISTANCE |
CREW ACCESS |
BULLET EXPRESS #1 |
8 km |
Yes: Hike in or Tram $15 |
Cut-Offs
30 km Cut-Offs: (6:00 am start)
12 km Cut-Offs: (9:00 am start)
If a runner arrives at a checkpoint after the published cut-off time, they will be disqualified and taken back to the finish line.
Please note: If a runner arrives late to Aid Station #2 at Granite Mountain and are still deemed in "Good Form" from our medic staff, they will be encouraged to run from the Aid Station #3 to the base of Red Mountain as extraction from Granite Mountain is limited to those in distress.
- Aid Station #1 - Granite Mountain: 11:30 am (5.5 hrs for 22.5 km)
- Aid Station #2 - Granite Mountain: 1:10pm (7hrs 10min for 33km)
- Aid Station #3 - Reservoir Road 3:30pm (9hrs for 43km)
- Finish Line - Red Mountain: 5:00 pm (11 hrs for 50 km)
12 km Cut-Offs: (9:00 am start)
- Finish Line - Red Mountain: 1:30 pm (4.5 hrs for 12 km)
If a runner arrives at a checkpoint after the published cut-off time, they will be disqualified and taken back to the finish line.
Please note: If a runner arrives late to Aid Station #2 at Granite Mountain and are still deemed in "Good Form" from our medic staff, they will be encouraged to run from the Aid Station #3 to the base of Red Mountain as extraction from Granite Mountain is limited to those in distress.
On Mountain Dining & Entertainment
BIG WHITE RESORT
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Mon-Wed & Sat/Sun: 11am – 5pm Thur & Fri: 11am - 7pm This Day Lodge classic is your go-to for breakfast burritos, burgers, and a pretty legit poutine. Racers can order off the menu. |
ENTERTAINMENT |
Saturday July 19th Live Music (time tbd) Red Mountain Patio |
Accommodations
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Slalom Creek is a prestigious on-mountain condo complex finished with fully equipped gourmet kitchens, islands with breakfast bars, gas fireplaces, in-suite laundry and underground parking. They are a short two minute stroll to the Broken Goat start/finish area!
Special Broken Goat 2026 Guest Code: BG26 Call 1-877-969-7669 to make your reservation. |
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Nowhere Special is the quintessential modern hostel, suitable for travelers of all ages who value community, connection, and careful curation above all. The operating mantra since the napkin-stage has been the same one that’s kept RED cool for over 100 years: “Everything you need & nothing you don’t”.
Nowhere Special has private and shared rooms, all of which are located a mere two-minute walk to the start/finish area. Book yours today! |
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Camping
Camping will NOT be available at Red Mountain in 2026. Thank you for your cooperation.
Environment
Our team has a deep love for Mother Earth and we are committed to the following sustainable practices. Thanks for helping us make a positive impact on the environment!
- Our races are cupless. Athletes need to bring a reusable cup or a hydration pack for replenishing at aid stations and at the finish line.
- Our aid stations use compostable & recyclable containers.
- Our races provide reusable bags at package pick-up.
- We provide the option for runners to opt out of a t-shirt when registering. We work with 100% sweatshop free & eco-aware companies who are socially and environmentally responsible.
- All consumables, such as coffee as race swag, have compostable packaging
- Our race bibs are recyclable. Athletes can hand in their bibs to be recycled at the finish area
- All course marking flags and signs are reusable
- Our waivers are all digital and online
- We offer recycling & composting at all of our aid stations.
- We offer recycling & composting at our start/finish line.
Registration
DISTANCE |
NOV 9, 2025 |
REG. OPENS AT |
13 km |
$95 |
7:00 am PST |
30 km |
$135 |
7:00 am PST |
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All entries include:
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All of our events are grassroots, with emphasis on special handmade, home grown touches. Things like apple pies, jams, handmade ceramic finishers medals, handmade stained glass and coffee roasted by the race director and her husband. We pride ourselves in ensuring that runners have an experience that feels more like coming home.
We have strong environmental and community values, and we always support local charities through donating a portion of our race fees back to the trail groups that build, maintain and advocate for the trails we are so privileged to enjoy.
We offer a diverse lineup of events, with 3 completely unique races hosted in the Okanagan Valley on top of Broken Goat, hosted in the high alpine mountains of the Kootenays. The terrain and landscapes are all varied and special, and not one race course will leave you feeling unsatisfied. They do have a few things in common though: They're all challenging, scenic and combine all the best trail networks each area has to offer.
We want to thank you for taking time to visit the PACE Trail Runs website and we hope to welcome you into the #pacefamily in 2026.
We have strong environmental and community values, and we always support local charities through donating a portion of our race fees back to the trail groups that build, maintain and advocate for the trails we are so privileged to enjoy.
We offer a diverse lineup of events, with 3 completely unique races hosted in the Okanagan Valley on top of Broken Goat, hosted in the high alpine mountains of the Kootenays. The terrain and landscapes are all varied and special, and not one race course will leave you feeling unsatisfied. They do have a few things in common though: They're all challenging, scenic and combine all the best trail networks each area has to offer.
We want to thank you for taking time to visit the PACE Trail Runs website and we hope to welcome you into the #pacefamily in 2026.
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