Saturday, November 14, 2026
The Phantom Run is a great way to finish off the year. Enjoy a fun winter fundraising race through the lower reaches of the North Shore trails near the Seymour River. Run technical and non-technical trails, with some steep climbs and descents. After the race, feast on hot soup, and other delights! We contribute to the Food Bank in this race, so please bring some non-perishable packaged food to donate.
NEWS:
- 2025 race results. Final results will be posted on Race Roster in the next few days.
- 2024 race results. These will be reposted on Race Roster in the next few days.
- 2024 podium results
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Update as at November 13th, 2025
The weather forecast for race day is cloudy with some showers. Regardless, we are anticipating a wet and dirty day of racing this year due to the heavy rains of the last few days. Our course marking teams were on course today (November 13th) and have reported lots of large puddles and mud on the trails. Waterproof shoes are not going to help you keep dry this year.
There have been heavy rains, and the larger Lynn Valley Creek is roaring. Fortunately, this is not a triathlon, so no swimming. 25K racers need to be aware that today (November 13th) some of the creeks crossing the trails to/from Third Debris Chute are full and may require some wading. The rain is slowing for the next few days, and we are hoping that water levels settle down.
Please see the current Racer Information for more race day details.
2025 Race Course confirmed for The Phantom Run.
The finalized routes for The Phantom Run are below in PDF and GPX format. Due to construction on the Seymour River Aerial crossing Rehabilitation Project, we have made a detour in the first 12K loop for all distances for 2025.
Start/finish area confirmed. All race distances start and finish at the Lynn Canyon Park parking lot in Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve (LSCR), across from the filtration plant on Lillooet Road in North Vancouver. Drive about 3 km past Capilano University on Lillooet Road and park in an available parking lot on the right side (gravel) or at the Lynn Canyon Park sign lot. We recommend carpooling.
NEW START TIMES
12K Race start time has moved up to 09:00 a.m. due to construction at Suspension Bridge. All other race starts remain the same.
| Event | Race Start Time | Course Map |
|---|---|---|
| 25 km | 08:00 a.m. | 25K Map and Directions 25K GPX File |
| 19.5 km | 08:30 a.m. | 19.5K Map and Directions 19.5K GPX File |
| 12 km | 09:00 a.m. | 12K Map and Directions 12K GPX File |
- All races start and finish at the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve (LSCR), at the Lynn Canyon Park parking lot, across from the filtration plant.
- WAVE STARTS – Due to the volume of racers heading onto the course at the start, we may do wave starts for 25K and 12K distances. We will be letting groups of 40-50 racers start every 1 minute.
- Please place yourself in the first wave if you are racing for a podium finish. Time is from official start.
Cut-off Times
The course closes at 1:00 p.m.
Aid Stations
There are three aid stations in total: three for the 25K and 19.5K and one for the 12K. Aid stations will have water, electrolyte drink, gels, chips, blocks or chews, cookies and other treats. First Aid supplies are available at every aid station.
Aid Station locations:
- Fisherman’s and Bridle Path (all distances pass this aid station).
- Suspension Bridge Trail near start/finish line (for 19.5K and 25K pass this aid station).
- Lower Lynn Loop at junction with Lynn Loop Connector (for 19.5K and 25K).
EVENT INFORMATION
Orientation
There will be an orientation run on November 1, 2025 in Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. Take Lillooet Road up about 3 km past Capilano University to the end of the road. Veer right and drive past the washrooms and Watershed Education Center to the gravel parking lot. Please be there by 08:15 a.m. and carry hydration and fuel. See Week #9 of the Weekly Trailhead Meeting Places on the Fall Clinic page for PDF or GPX orientation route maps.
Package Pickup
- Friday, November 13th, at 5-7 pm at Running Room 2601 Westview Drive, North Vancouver.
- Race Day Saturday November 14, 2026 at the race start 45 minutes before your race start time.
Race Day Check-in
EVERYONE MUST CHECK IN 45 minutes before race start. This is for safety reasons.
Dry Bags
- Dry bags, with a change of dry, warm clothes, may be dropped off at race start area.
- Please ensure your race number is marked on your dry bag.
Awards
- Awards will be presented for top three by gender, by event.
- Every racer will receive a race souvenir at package pickup.
- Finisher medals are awarded at the finish line.
- Award times:
- Awards will be presented once 3rd place in category crosses the finish line.
CUPLESS
All Trail Whisperer Race Series events are now cup-free events, meaning you’ll need to pack your own container for fluids at aid stations and at the finish line. For example, use a foldable cup or packable style bottle.
Fundraising
This race is a fundraising event. We are donating non-perishable food items to the Food Bank, North Vancouver. Any donations are welcome.
Race Day Rules & Etiquette
We are a community-minded event and want our racers, along with volunteers, family, friends and other community members who are enjoying the North Shore trails to have a great experience. To help us with this goal, please review our Race Rules and Etiquette.
RunGo App
RunGo navigation and live tracking, for racers and spectators, is free for The Phantom Run. Check out the instructions for use.
Hotel Nearby
The Holiday Inn and Suites is at the bottom of Lillooet Road.
Parking
CAR POOLING IS RECOMMENDED. Parking is limited and the LSCR has advised that cars parked along Lillooet Road will be towed at the owner’s expense. An alternative is to park to the east of Lynn Valley Creek and walk across the Pipeline Bridge to the start/finish area.
Race Information Sheet
Here is a printer friendly version of the current Racer Information.
Event Records
Here are records held for the 24 km, 19.5 km and 12 km:
- 12 km Male: 0:55:00 Thomas Nipen
- 12 km Female 1:00:14 Alison Jones
- 19 km Male 1:33:06 Thomas Pickett
- 19 km Female 1:51:00 Nicola Gildersleeve
- 24 km Male 1:41:00 Joseph Gray
- 24 km Female 2:07:00 Shannon Back
Past Results
Past results for The Phantom Run may be found on Sportstats or Race Roster.
Photos
Please see our Gallery or Facebook page for photos from previous races. Mark Bates 2023 photos are now up at this link.
Questions?
Contact us. We will do our best to respond within 2 business days.
REGISTRATION
Note: The Race Roster registration platform will add processing fees to the prices listed below.
Friday Registration is available at Package Pickup at the North Vancouver Running Room. It is a cash only transaction and we ask you bring exact change please. All costs, such as GST, are included in the following prices. 25K – $145, 19.5K – $135 and 12K – $115.
| Event/Entry Fee | Early Bird to Apr 1st | Apr 2nd to Aug 31 | Sept 1st to Reg closed | NO Race Day Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12K | $80 | $90 | $100 | -- |
| 19.5K | $90 | $100 | $120 | -- |
| 25K | $100 | $120 | $130 | -- |