28km
1000m D+

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A breathtaking view of the St.Lawrence river awaits as runners reach the summit of Mont Grand-Fonds.

This event takes place on a fast-paced course starting with the ascent of Mont Grand-Fonds leading onto the Orignac trail toward La Montagne Noire.

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Start Saturday 11:00 AM

Distance 28km

Elevation 1000m D+

Cut-off time 5h30

Stations 2

Course Loop

28 km La Boutique du Lac

28km

Cut-off time

Stages	Stations	Next aid station	First athlete (page: 4 min 45 per km) Estimated time of passage	Last athlete (pace: 11 min per km) Estimated time of passage
Start	Mont Grand-Fonds	13 km	11:00 am	11:00 am
13 km	Split-BMR	7 km	12:00 am	13:23 am
20 km	Montagne Noire	8 km	12:35 am	14:40 am
Arrival	Mont Grand-Fonds		13:13 am	16:08 pm
Total			2h13	5h08

Athlete's Guide

In order for you to know everything about your race and to better prepare yourself, we have gathered all the important information in one simple guide.

You will find information about:

services available at the aid stations
information for your support crew
dropbags
on-site activities
and more!

Read the 2019 Athlete’s Guide

Course overview

Learn more about the course by reading 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.

Seasonal averages:
Minimum 3°C
Maximum 15°C
Sunrise: 5:15 am
Sunset: 6:08 pm

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 performance enhancing 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 65km and over only;
Mandatory equipment must be worn or carried at all times.

Download the Terms and Conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

Read our FAQ webpage to find many answers to your questions

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Free Training Programs

United for Sports offer you free training programs of the 10K, 28K, 42K, 65K, 80K and 125K.

Produced by high-level athletes with experience in coaching, the programs are tailored to the course, distance and level of experience of the participants. The training programs of each event are therefore unique: they reflect the experience of each of the athletes and exceptional teamwork.

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Aid Station Menus

All details concerning the menu offered at the different aid stations will be announced very soon.

A race energized by Xact nutrition

Xact nutrition develops products that taste great and give you exactly the right nutrients so you can enjoy your sport more.

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Mandatory Equipment

Minimum 500 ml of water
Food Supply
Whistle
Reusable Cup (aid stations without cups)
Cell phone
EpiPen (for severe allergic reactions)

Recommended Equipment

Waterproof coat with hood
Blanket 1.40 m x 2 m min
Gloves and hat
Baseball cap or bandana
Bear bell

Need some inspiration?

The Ultra-Trail Harricana invites you to enter the world of several inspirational figures in the Quebecois, Canadian and international trail-running community. Listen to their race stories, their trail highlights, their juicy anecdotes, their vision and life philosophy, how they got started in this budding discipline and more!

You’ll learn everything you ever wanted to know about the life of these dedicated runners, and you’ll be inspired!

Listen to the “Free Your Wild Podcast”

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28km 1000m D+