Kenna Cartwright Park has a beautiful view of the Thompson River valley and the City of Kamloops!
5km/ 10km/ 21km
Come run on the picturesque trails of Kenna Cartwright Park, which feature gentle hills and stunning views of the Thompson River and Kamloops Lake. Along the way, you'll be surrounded by sagebrush and trees that provide ample shade. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as birds, deer, and coyotes, as they are frequently spotted in this park. With over 25 km of trails to explore, Kenna Cartwright Park offers breathtaking vistas and unforgettable sunsets. Get a discounted race entry on your next purchase by signing up for an optional Dirty Feet Membership. Click here for a 2026 Membership.
This run is on the 3rd Sunday in September, after the long weekend.
Distances - Park overview
This trail run is located on the beautiful trails in Kenna Cartwright Park in Kamloops BC. 3 distances are open for registration 5km, 10km or 21km. This run is great for all levels of runners and abilities!
Kenna Cartwright Park is a huge city park and offers an extensive network of trails great for trail running, hiking and mountain biking. The trails in Kenna Cartwright Park are a mix of roots, rocks and dirt. The run will be on double track trails to allow for passing and spreading out of the group however there will be a good portion of single track as well.
Course Maps
Here are the links to the 2024 course maps. Stay tuned for any updates for 2026!
5km Course - Click here for a link to the 5km course map and elevation!
10km Course - Click here for a link to the 10km course map.
21km Course - Click here for a link to the 21km course map.
Race Merchandise
Shirts, hoodies and hats will be available to purchase at the event. Cash and credit card are accepted. Check out the new gear at the race!
Optional Participant Medals
We understand how important it is to commemorate hard work, so we want to give every member of our community the chance to honor their accomplishments with a Dirty Feet Medal, complete with a lovely blue ribbon. These medals can be purchased in advance through Race Roster for $10, or for $15 on the day of the race. Stay tuned for new medals for 2026!
Race Package Pick-up
Race Packages will be available to pick up on Friday Sept 25th from 4-6pm and on Saturday Sept 26th from 11-1pm at Runners Sole at Unit #74 1395 Hillside Dr in Kamloops. For out-of-towners who cannot make these times, you can pick them up at the race on race day at the race from 8am-9:30am.
Racer Check In
Check in will be September 27th from 8am to 9:30am at the Start/Finish area.
Race Start Times
21 km at 9:30am
10 km at 10:00am
5 km at 10:15am
Entry Fees *
21 km race Early entry fee is $65. Price increases on Jan 1st and Sept 20th for late registration.
10 km race entry is $50. Price increases on Jan 1st and Sept 20th for late registration.
5 km race early entry fee is $40. Price increases on Jan 1st and Sept 20th for late registration.
*Entry Fees will increase by $10 – on Jan 1st and by $5 on Sept 20th.
*Entry fees do not include on-line processing fees or taxes.
If you would like to volunteer, please email INFO@DIRTYFEET.CA regarding volunteering for this event.
On-line Registration Deadline
September 26th, 2026. (No Race Day Registration) Click here to register!
Refund Policy
Sorry No Refunds. –Your registration may be transferred to another 2025 event but this must be requested 2 weeks prior to the event.
Prizing
Top 3 in each category for each gender will be awarded prizes! There will be a full table of draw prizes for any participants to win. You must be present at the race to pick up your prizes. They will not be mailed out.
Aid Stations - will be updated closer to the event
5 km race will not have any aid stations on course
10 km race will have 1 aid station around 7km into the race.
21 km race will have 1 aid station at around 10km and then at the Finish Line. Aid stations will be stocked with Water, electrolyte drink, Gummies, jelly beans, coffee and chips! 21km runners make sure to bring water with you on course for your safety. For the 21km make sure to stock up you may need it for the ridge trail.
Getting There:
Click here for a map to the race location!
The location is Kenna Cartwright Park Tower entrance. Make sure you follow the map or use Tower entrance to find the right entrance to Kenna Cartwright Park.
Weather:
Historically it can be nice at the end of September in Kamloops but be prepared for all weather conditions. This year it has been warm so you may still need to bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen but you never know it could rain so bring clothing for all types of weather.
Where to Stay
Book your stay at Accent Inns!
