There will be no road closures in effect, however, traffic is generally light and RCMP will be out on the road; plus there will be caution signs along Gillies Bay Road.
Runners must run on the left side of the road facing traffic unless otherwise directed by officials.
All road crossings will have course marshals with traffic control signs.
Failure to obey instructions of race officials or RCMP will result in immediate disqualification.
Marathon & Half Marathon Course Information
The marathon is a loop course starting and finishing at Shelter Point Regional Park.
The half marathon is a point-to-point route along the second half of the marathon route, starting at the Texada School in Van Anda.
The course will be open for 6 hours; therefore, no walkers will be allowed in the full marathon. If you require additional time, please contact the Race Director for an early start.
No runners under 16 years old will be permitted in the full marathon.
Any runner with a disability must provide notice with registering so plans to accommodate can be made.
Marathon Course
Half Marathon Course
8K Course
The 8K starts at the Texada Airport and runs 180m up Airport Road to the Lafarge Gate.
Runners turn around and go back down Airport Road to the intersection with Gillies Bay Road at the Community Hall.
Runners cross over Gillies Bay Road, and proceed along the same route as the Full/Half Marathon to finish at Shelter Point.
