Enjoy the spectacular trails and views at Predator Ridge Resort and Ellison Prov. Park
5km / 10km / 21km
Join us for an exciting event at Predator Ridge, located near Vernon, BC. Register early, this race will sell out! The trail network here is packed with amazing single track, hills, golf courses, and lake views. The fall colours are especially delightful! After the race, Predator Ridge will be providing food, which is included in your registration. The menu for 2026 will be posted as soon as it is confirmed with Predator Ridge. The race will begin at Predator Ridge Resort, where you can book your stay for the weekend. Get a discounted race entry on your next purchase by signing up for an optional Dirty Feet Membership. Click here for 2026 Membership Details.
This run will be limited to 300 registered runners!
Enjoy some great food after your run, provided by Predator Ridge. This is included in your registration fee!
Distances
Choose from either a 5km, 10km or 21km distance that best suits you and join us for an amazing day on the trails. The exact routes will be determined closer to the race date. You'll find the trails are well-marked with flags and arrows leading to the finish line. Additionally, there are some fantastic prizes to be won, so be sure to stick around and see the latest offerings from our sponsors!
Trails:
Find yourself wandering the amazing trails in and around Predator Ridge Resort. For the longer distances you will venture down to Ellison Prov Park trails. These trails have beautiful lake and mountain views. The trails are nice sweet flows single track with gradual climbs and fun downhills!
Course Maps
The courses will be changing with some new trails opening up at Predator Ridge.
5km course - Click here for the map. The course will stay to the trails up at Predator Ridge using a combination of pathway trails, double track and single track trails.
10km course - Click here for the map. The course will use the trails up at Predator Ridge and around the Sparkling hills Trails.
21km course - Click here for the map. The course will use the trails around Predator Ridge, Okanagan Mountain Lookout and Ellison Prov Park!
Dirty Feet Merchandise
Dirty Feet T-shirts, hoodies and hats will be available to purchase at the event. Cash, debit card and credit card are accepted.
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.
Race Package Pick-up
On Friday October 16th from 4:00pm - 6:00pm at Play Store (101, 1950 Harvey ave) in Kelowna this is for Friday only. And Saturday in Vernon, October 17th from 11am – 1pm at the Starting block in Vernon at 3100 29 Ave. For any people who cannot make these times you can pick them up on race day from 8am-9am at the start/finish. Thanks for picking up your race packages early.
Racer Check In
Begins October 18th, 2026 at 8:00am at Start/Finish at Predator Ridge
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 $85.00 includes GST and food from Predator Ridge. Price increase Jan 1st and Oct 11th for late registrations.
10 km race entry is $70.00 includes GST and food from Predator Ridge. Price increase Jan 1st and Oct 11th for late registrations.
5 km race early entry fee is $60.00 includes GST and food from Predator Ridge. Price increase Jan 1st and Oct 11th for late registrations.
*Entry Fees will increase by $10 – on Jan 1st and by $5 on Oct 11th.
Prices do not include on-line processing fee or taxes
If you would like to volunteer please email INFO@DIRTYFEET.CA regarding volunteering for this event.
On-line Registration Deadline
Online registration last day is October 17th, 2026. Click here to Register!
Refund Policy
Sorry, No Refunds. –Your registration may be transferred to another 2026 event, but this must be requested 2 weeks before 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
At the finish enjoy food from Predator Ridge and race food waiting for you like jelly beans, gummies and salty snacks and water and electrolyte drink.
5 km race will not have any aid stations on course.
10 km race will have 1 aid station.
21 km race will have 2 aid stations. Aid stations will be stocked with Water, electrolyte drink, Gummies, Chips etc. 21km runners please be prepared to carry enough water/electrolyte drink for 12 to 14 km without a refuelling station.
Racer Check In: Begins October 18th, 2026 at 8:00am at Start/Finish
Getting There:
Click here for a map to Predator Ridge from Vernon. Parking and Race Start Location: Drive to Predator Ridge Resort and park at the main parking area. The address is 301 Village Centre Place, Vernon, BC.
Weather:
Historically it has been nice in Vernon and at Predator Ridge in October however remember this is a fall race and all racers should bring clothes for all conditions.
Where to Stay
Looking for somewhere to stay at Predator Ridge Resort? The resort is offering a special rate. Check back closer to the event for the a booking discount!
You also have access to an amazing fitness centre including a pool, hot tub and a full gym. Great place for the whole family.
Or check out camping close by at Kekuli Bay Campground. Cabins are available to rent too at Predator Ridge!
