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67th Annual Knox Mountain Hill Climb — Knox Mountain Park, Kelowna BC. Race Days: Sat–Sun May 16–17, 2026.

Tech InspectionFri May 15
Race Day 1Sat May 16
Race Day 2Sun May 17

Entry Status

2026 entries are closed. Join the wait list to be notified of future opportunities.

2025 Race Highlights

White Lamborghini racing on Knox Mountain course

White Lamborghini racing on Knox Mountain course

High-speed action shot Knox Mountain 2025

High-speed action shot Knox Mountain 2025

Bright green race car at START line on Knox Mountain

Bright green race car at START line on Knox Mountain

Race car in motion Knox Mountain 2025

Race car in motion Knox Mountain 2025

Competitive racing moment Knox Mountain 2025

Competitive racing moment Knox Mountain 2025

Intense hillclimb action Knox Mountain 2025

Intense hillclimb action Knox Mountain 2025

Driver pushing limits Knox Mountain 2025

Driver pushing limits Knox Mountain 2025

Race car on mountain course Knox Mountain 2025

Race car on mountain course Knox Mountain 2025

High-octane racing Knox Mountain 2025

High-octane racing Knox Mountain 2025

Competitive field at Knox Mountain 2025

Competitive field at Knox Mountain 2025

Race car ascending Knox Mountain 2025

Race car ascending Knox Mountain 2025

Dynamic racing action Knox Mountain 2025

Dynamic racing action Knox Mountain 2025

Competitors Corner

Technical resources, safety requirements, and essential documents for 2026 competitors. Everything you need to prepare your vehicle and yourself for Knox Mountain.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for convenience and general reference only. Competitors must consult the official Supplemental Regulations, CACC regulations, and event officials for the definitive rules, requirements, and procedures governing competition.

Entry Requirements

Vehicle Safety

All vehicles must pass technical inspection. Minimum safety equipment required includes helmets, fire extinguishers, and functional brakes.

Driver Experience

Drivers must be 16+ years old with valid driver's license. First-time competitors may require additional safety briefing.

Registration & Fees

Entry fee includes tech inspection, timing, and results. Payment required at registration. Refunds subject to cancellation policy.

Emergency & Safety

Critical safety information and emergency procedures for all participants. Review the official emergency response plan before attending the event.

Download Emergency Response Plan 2026

Technical Information

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Important Notice

All competitors must comply with technical requirements and safety procedures. Failure to meet these standards may result in disqualification or inability to compete. Review all regulations thoroughly before event day.

Car Classifications

Sport 1

S1

Street-legal high-performance vehicles driven to and from the event. Minimal modifications required; safety equipment mandatory.

Sport 2

S2

Street-legal sport compact class. Vehicles must be road-registered and driven to the event under street regulations.

Sport 3

S3

Sport class for performance vehicles with moderate modifications and street legal requirements.

Sport 4

S4

Sport class for entry-level performance vehicles with limited modifications.

Sport 5

S5

Street-legal muscle car and pony car class. American V8-powered vehicles competing in near-stock street trim.

Sport 6

S6

Sport class for specialty and unique street-legal performance vehicles.

Tuner 1

T1

High-performance tuner class for extensively modified sport compacts and sedans.

Tuner 2

T2

Tuner class for turbocharged and supercharged sport compacts with significant modifications.

Tuner 3

T3

Tuner class for larger-displacement sport coupes and performance sedans with moderate modifications.

Tuner 4

T4

Tuner class for front-wheel-drive sport compacts competing with limited modifications within tuner regulations.

Tuner 5

T5

Entry-level tuner class for smaller sport cars and roadsters with minimal modifications.

Max 1 R

M1R

M1-class vehicles running under restricted regulations. Max 1 cars running DOT 199 to 40 TW tires with CACC GCR Roll Cages are bumped to M1R.

Max 1

M1

High-performance modified vehicles — typically 1990s Japanese sports cars and muscle cars with significant engine and suspension work.

Max 2

M2

Modified vehicles with a focus on all-wheel-drive platforms and turbocharged engines. Popular with Subaru and Mitsubishi builds.

Max 3

M3

Lightweight modified vehicles including front-wheel-drive sport compacts with performance engine and chassis modifications.

Max 4

M4

Entry-level modified class for smaller-displacement sport compacts. Highly competitive with strong Honda and Toyota representation.

Max 5

M5

Modified class for older or lighter sport compacts and economy cars with performance modifications.

Unlimited 1

U1

Unlimited-preparation class for high-powered purpose-built and heavily modified competition vehicles including exotics and supercars.

Unlimited 2

U2

Unlimited class for unique or unconventional builds — lightweight specials, kit cars, and creative open-class entries.

Unlimited 3

U3

Unlimited class for specialized competition vehicles and open-wheel racers.

Formula/Open Wheel/Sports Racer

FOWR

Purpose-built formula cars, open-wheel racers, and sports racing machines competing under open specifications.

EV Subclass

EV

If you are registering an EV (electric vehicle), you will be entered in the EV subclass regardless of your primary class.

Legends

LEGENDS

5/8 scale fiberglass race cars competing in the Legends racing series. Purpose-built, single-seat open-wheel vehicles designed for competitive hill climb racing.

Vintage

VINTAGE

Cars must be a minimum of 25 years old. Classic and vintage vehicles celebrating automotive heritage on Knox Mountain.

Legacy Classes

LEGACY

Available only to drivers who participated at KMHC prior to 2023 and using the same car that participated at Knox Mountain Hill Climb in 2023 or prior with no significant upgrades.

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