Registration Opens Mon. Nov 23, 2026 @ 12:00 AM PT

The Coldwater Classic

The Coldwater Classic is a trail running and XC mountain biking weekend in Merritt, BC, at the Coutlee Plateau Mountain Biking Recreation Area. Run on Saturday, ride on Sunday, or do both for the full Coldwater Classic weekend. Hosted by Heads or Trails.

Run + Bike Combo: run the 26K on Saturday, then come back Sunday and ride the 26K XC bike course.

Camping: free on-site camping, first come, first served, with tent, RV and trailer access. Portable toilets are provided. There are no hookups or showers, so bring your own tent and gear.

Questions: info@headsortrails.ca

Course Description

Saturday: Trail Run

26K starts at 8:00am (see on Trailforks)

10K starts at 9:00am (see on Trailforks)


Sunday: XC Bike

26K starts at 8:00am

10K starts at 9:00am

Aid Station & Support

Aid station details for each distance will be posted closer to race day.

Event's current local time: 3:33 AM PT

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