Trail Running

Yukon Arctic Ultra

Trail Running covering 32 km to 480 km in Whitehorse (Yukon, Canada)

LocationWhitehorse, Yukon, CanadaShow on map(60.7212° N, 135.0568° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +12,480 m

Yukon Arctic Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Whitehorse, Yukon, CA focused on Trail Running. Key features include Snow, Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 480 km (480 km, +12,480 m D+), Trail 375 km (375 km, +9,750 m D+), Trail 150 km (150 km, +3,900 m D+), and 32 km trail (32 km, +832 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (arcticultra.de).

Official website
Yukon Arctic Ultra in Whitehorse (Work: "Snowshoer on North Crater", Photo: NPS Photo, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Snowshoer on North Crater" · Photo: NPS Photo · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

SnowNature & Off-RoadMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 480 kmTrail Running480 km+12,480 m132 m - 5,374 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 375 kmTrail Running375 km+9,750 m135 m - 4,230 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 150 kmTrail Running150 km+3,900 m138 m - 1,776 mLoop courseRoute & profile
32 km trailTrail Running32 km+832 m141 m - 490 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
480 km
Elevation gain
+12,480 m D+
Elevation loss
-12,480 m D-
Altitude range
132 m - 5,374 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
480 km+12,480 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N60120180240300360420FS60.7212° N, 135.0569° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 132 m to 5,374 m above sea level (+12,480 m D+, -12,480 m D-)

Peak: 5,374 m·at 231.5 km·Ø 5.2 %
132 m1,879 m3,627 m5,374 m0 km96 km192 km288 km384 km480 km5,374 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Yukon Arctic Ultra take place?

Yukon Arctic Ultra takes place in Whitehorse, Yukon, CA (start area at coordinates 60.7212° N, 135.0568° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Yukon Arctic Ultra?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 480 km (480 km, +12,480 m D+), Trail 375 km (375 km, +9,750 m D+), Trail 150 km (150 km, +3,900 m D+), and 32 km trail (32 km, +832 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Yukon Arctic Ultra?

The main competition (Trail 480 km over 480 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +12,480 m of elevation gain and -12,480 m of elevation loss, ranging between 132 m and 5,374 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Yukon Arctic Ultra?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (arcticultra.de).