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65k
1, 870m D+

Start Saturday 6:30 to 8:30 AM
Distance 63km
Elevation +1870m / -1550m
Cut-off time 12h25
Stations 6
Course Linear

Details of the race

Pace chart

63km

Cut-off time

Stages Stations Next aid stationFirst athlete
(page: 5 min 20 per km)
Estimated time of passage
Last athlete
(pace: 11 min 50 per km)
Estimated time of passage
StartParc des Hautes-Gorges7.5 km (100 D+ / 160 D-)6:30 a.m.8:30 a.m.
6.6 kmWater Station Geai bleu15 km (570 D+ / 150 D-)7:05 a.m.9:48 a.m.
22 kmCoyote10 km (405 D+ / 540 D-)8:27 a.m.12:50 p.m.
32 kmZec Lac-au-Sable water station9 km (50 D+ / 320 D-)9:20 a.m.2:48 p.m.
40.5 kmÉpervier6.5 km (255 D+ / 215 D-)10:06 a.m.4:29 p.m.
47.3 kmSplit Näak7 km (400 D+ / 140 D-)10:42 a.m.5:49 p.m.
54.6 kmMontagne noire8 km (100 D+ / 380 D-)11:21 a.m.7:16 p.m.
ArrivalMont Grand-Fonds12:01 p.m.8:44 p.m.
Total5h3112h25
Athlete's Guide

Note that we will no longer have an Athlete’s Guide in PDF format from 2023.

You will find on this web page all the information you need to prepare for the event. You will also receive a newsletter about 6 weeks before the event with the important points that we would like to bring to your attention to prepare you well for your event.

If you do not receive our newsletters, contact us to verify your email address.

Course Overview

Learn more about the course by reading the 65 km course overview!

Read the Course Overview

Weather

Charlevoix’s climate is cold and humid in September.

Furthermore, temperatures and precipitations can be extremely cold in the fall. It is therefore important to be vigilant to the risks of hypothermia.

  • Minimum 3°C
  • Maximum 15°C
  • Sunrise: 5 h 13 a.m.
  • Sunset: 6 h 10 p.m.
  • Note : The temperature can reach freezing point at night.
Terms and Rules
  • The Ultra-Trail Harricana (UTHC) has a zero tolerance policy for performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). The UTHC reserves the right to require drug tests after the competition for all performanceenhancing drugs on the World Anti-doping Agency’s list;
  • Ensure your bib is worn on the front of the body and is visible at all times;
  • Always remain on the marked trail;
  • Pacers are not allowed;
  • Always pick up your trash and dispose of it at the appropriate areas of the aid stations;
  • Poles are allowed for distances of 42km and over;
  • Cutoff times must be respected to avoid elimination;
  • Mandatory equipment must be worn or carried at all times.

Terms and Conditions

Mandatory and suggested equipment

You will find the list of mandatory material HERE

Phone

Although there is no reliable service along most courses, the athlete can carry his phone with him. Text messages might be transmitted, depending on location.

We suggest that you register in advance our emergency number in your phone : 833 427-7422.

Using the ONDAGO app, you may use your smartphone to navigate the different interactive maps of the UTHC. Even without cellular reception, you can see where you are along the race course of your choice as the application uses only your phone’s GPS. However, you must download the course maps BEFORE heading out to areas with poor cellular reception.

Download Ondago

Transportation to the Start

To know how to get to the start, please read the following page

Transportation to the Start

Dropbag

A bag will be given to you when you pick up your bib. You must clearly identify your drop bag.

The morning of the race, when you exit the shuttle bus, you will be able to leave the bag, identified with your name and bib number. This drop bag will be your finish bag so you should pack a towel and change of clothes.

Aid Station Menus

All details concerning the menu offered at the different aid stations are shared HERE

Services on the main site

After the race, athletes will be offered a free gourmet meal featuring organic food from the Charlevoix region. A vegetarian meal will also be available. Discover the Menu HERE

Runners will be offered an excellent beer from the Microbrasserie Charlevoix.

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Nutrition Partner

Näak is now the official and exclusive nutrition partner of Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada until 2024.

Find all our nutrition and hydration products at all the aid stations. From nutrition plans to prepare your race to Näak segments, many surprises await you.

Save 15% off your orders with the code UTHC2023. Visit their website

Pacer

Pacers are not permitted for the athletes running the 65 km event. 

Support crew

Due to the remoteness of the aid stations, support crews are not permitted for the 42 km, 65 km and 80 km.

Trail Markings

The forbidden sections may be marked by a “wolves forbidden” sign.

Make sure to always follow the way pointed by the arrows.

There will be ribbons and flags every 200 meters.

Registration includes

Your registration includes all the products and services listed HERE

Frequently Asked Questions

Read our FAQ webpage to find many answers to your questions

Go to the FAQ page

Free Training Programs

Prerequisites strongly suggested to participate in this event : 

  • I run at least 3-4 times a week and have for at least 2 months
  • I have already completed one or more trail race of at least 50km
  • I am able to continuously run for at least 2 hours

Produced by high-level athletes with experience in coaching, the programs are tailored to the course, distance and level of experience of the participants. 

Discover new training programs HERE!

UTHC TV

Catch up on episodes at UTHC TV and learn more about the event, our athletes and our special guests. Visit our webpage:

Accommodation Suggestions

Here is a list of suggested nearby hotels and accommodation. Please reserve early as the options are limited in the region.

HERE

Getting to the Event

To learn more about how to get to the event Visit this page

List of participants

Are you curious or want to confirm that your name is indeed on the participant list? Discover all the participants running in the Ultra-Trail Harricana of Canada™ HERE

Course Records

Curious about the course records for the Harricana Ultra-Trail of Canada™ HERE