JULY 12th/13th 2025
COLDWATER CLASSIC
TRAIL RUN & XC BIKE
📍MERRITT, BC
10 KM
26 KM
“My whole family raced this weekend. A huge congrats for doing such a good job organizing. Honestly, very well done. We will all be back. Thank you!”
“Awesome race crew!! Well marked, beautiful course and Okanagan Youth REPRESENTED!! 🔥”
“Great event! Will be back!”
“Everyone was so fantastic! Thanks for having us! We will be back again next year.”
“Loved the vibes all around. It was truly a really well run event full of perks, friendliness, and professionalism 👏”
Revel in the ever-changing landscapes and incredible mountain views as you run or ride your way through the flowery meadows and deadwood forests in the incredible trails of the Thompson-Nicola Valley.
● Run ● Bike ● Camp ● Volunteer ●
Good Times Guaranteed.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
10 KM | 352M+ ELEVATION
Take on this glorious 10 km route through the hills and valleys of the Coutlee Plateau. You'll work for the views, but that’s what makes them all the sweeter! Putting in some work early conquering a big chunk of elevation, you’ll reach the top and be treated with a beautiful view of the valley. A mixture of smooth and technical trails, this route is great for everyone. Continue your journey exploring flowery meadows and deadwood forests and everything in between. This route is a fun mix of singletrack and wide paths, guaranteed to be a blast for runners and riders alike!
🗺 Check out the 10 KM map on Trailforks or checkout the map on HelloDrifter by clicking the image below! ⤵️
26 KM | 891M+ ELEVATION
The 26 km route will take you through a greater variety of landscapes than you thought possible. It's not for the faint of heart, with no shortage of elevation gain and some climbs right off the hop, but the rewards outweigh the work ten-fold. Marvel at the mountain views, the wide-open spaces filled with flowery fields, tree-lined singletrack, and forests of all types. If you're up for the challenge, the Coutlee Plateau is calling your name! *This event has a 6-hour cut-off* Course closes at 2:00 PM.
🗺 Check out the 26 KM map on Trailforks or checkout the map on HelloDrifter by clicking the image below! ⤵️
