January 5, 2017 mdenny

Event Information

Welcome to the Raven 50

July 4, 2026

The Raven 50 Mile Ultra & Relay is a premier ultramarathon held annually in Whitehorse, Yukon. Known for its rugged terrain and breathtaking scenery, the 2026 edition takes place at the Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Stadium, adjacent to the Canada Games Centre.
Runners of all levels—from ultramarathon veterans to families—can take part in distances ranging from 2.5 km to 50 miles.

Race Distances & Options

Distance

Type

Notes

50 Mile Solo

Individual

81 km, extreme endurance, technical terrain

50 km Solo

Individual

52 km, challenging but shorter distance

50 Mile Relay

Team

Two-person relay, exchange at CP4 Jackson Lake. Leg distances 37 km and 44 km.

50 km Relay

Team

Two-person relay, exchange at CP4 Jackson Lake. Leg distances 25 km and 27 km. 50 km relay start at The Gazebo on Fish Lake Road at the bottom of Haeckel, across from Icy Waters. Headphones are discouraged in bear country; stay safe. Recommended: run with 1 buddy or none. Carry recommended gear. This is a remote run.

10 km Run

Individual/Youth

Open to adults and youth

5 km Fun Run

Individual

Beginner-friendly, adults welcome

2.5 km Kids Run

Individual

All welcome

Course Highlights

  • Over 3,000 meters of elevation gain (2,200 for the 50 km)

  • Three ridges and two peaks

  • Multiple water crossings

  • Single-track trails, quad roads, switchbacks

  • Stunning Yukon wilderness views

Race Schedule

Friday, July 3, 2026

  • 5:00–6:00 PM: Pre-race check-in, bag drop, and registration

  • 6:00–6:30 PM: Opening prayer, bear safety briefing, and race orientation

Saturday, July 4, 2026

  • 6:00 AM: Start – 50 Mile Solo and 50 Mile Relay

  • 9:00 AM: Start – 50 km Solo & 50 km Relay

  • 4:00 PM: Start – 10 km Run (youth & adults)

  • 4:30 PM: Start – 5 km Fun Run & 2.5 km Kids Run (adults welcome)

Cutoff Times:

  • 10:30 AM: Aid Station 2 (Top of Heckle) cut off
  • 1:30 PM: Aid Station 4 (Jackson Lake) – 50-mile runners
  • 2:30 PM: Aid Station 4 (Jackson Lake) – 50 km runners

  • If teammate has not arrived, relay partners will have an automatic start at 1:30 for the 50 mile and 2:30 for the 50 km

  • 4:30 PM: Aid Station 6 (Fish Lake)

  • 9:00 PM: Finish line for all events

Finish Line Celebration

After crossing the finish line, join us for a beer garden, food, and games for all ages! Come cheer, celebrate, and honor this badass accomplishment—you earned it!

Easy Access Aid Stations: McIntyre Creek, Fish Lake, Jackson Lake, and Copper Haul Road are easier to reach for support or emergency pickup if needed.

Aid Station

50 Mile

50 KM

50 Mile Start – Whitehorse Cross Country Stadium

0

N/A

CP1 – Mcintyre Creek
50 KM Start

12 km

0 km

CP2 – Haeckel Hill

17

5

CP3 – Sumanik Ridge (water and Tailwind only)

28

16

CP4 – Jackson Lake
Relay exchange point for 50 Mile and 50 KM

Solo runner drop bags available

37

25

CP5 – Fish Lake – Sky High Wilderness Ranch

53

30

CP6 – Mount Mcintyre / Blown Away

58

N/A

CP7 – Copper Haul Road

71

42

Finish Line – Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Stadium

81

52

 

Available at all aid stations: Tailwind hydration (electrolyte drink), water, fresh fruit, chips, pickles, candy, Pepsi.
 Aid stations are self-serve for nutrition and hydration; volunteers can assist.
 Runners are encouraged to carry recommended gear at all times.

Race Weekend Details

Friday, July 3th – Mandatory Pre-race check in.

Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Stadium (Adjacent to Canada Games Centre)

  • 5:00-6:00pm – Bag check, bag drop for solos, and racer check in. All ultra and relay runners must attend!
  • 6:00-7:00pm – Opening prayer, bear safety meeting, race briefing

Saturday, July 4th 

Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Stadium 

  • 6:00 am: Race Start
  • 9:30 am: Cutoff time at Aid Station 2 (Haeckel Hill)
  • 1:30 pm: Cutoff time at Aid Station 4 (Jackson Lake)
  • 4:30 pm: Cutoff time at Aid Station 6 (Fish Lake)
  • 8:00pm: Cutoff time at Aid Station 8 (Copper Haul Rd.)
  • 9:00 pm: Cutoff time at Finish Line

Rules

Take time to read the rules (under event information in top menu)!!!

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL RUNNERS TO FAMILIARIZE THEMSELVES WITH THE RULES. ANY RUNNER THAT FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS RISKS DISQUALIFICATION AT THE DISCRETION OF THE RACE DIRECTOR, WITH NO APPEAL.