Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon takes place on Sun, Sep 13, 2026 in Canmore, Canada. The main route is 21.1 km.
- Date
- Sun, Sep 13, 2026
- Start
- Canmore 🇨🇦
- Distance
- 21.1 km
- Level
- Open to all
The half marathon course follows a scenic route through woodlands, beside mountain streams, and through a historic mine site with stunning mountain views.
Official event pageWhat this race demands
This half marathon requires sustaining forward running momentum over 21.1 kilometers through woodland and mountain terrain.
Aerobic endurance
Covering the 21.1 km distance demands a well-developed aerobic base to maintain a steady running pace from start to finish.
Terrain adaptability
Navigating paths through woodlands, beside streams, and across a historic mine site requires muscular durability and stability on varied running surfaces.
A half marathon typically takes between 1.5 and 3 hours for most runners, making targeted carbohydrate intake of 30 to 60 grams per hour beneficial for sustaining energy output.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
1:45–2:10
Peak-week training
5–7 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
IntervalCoach turns those weekly hours into a concrete plan built around your actual fitness. Start with this race as your goal
Your road to race day
Race day at Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon is 3 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Taper2 weeks · Aug 24, 2026 – Sep 6, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
02Race week1 week · Sep 7, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
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