La Malbaie, QC
An authentic trail running experience in Canada's wild back country presented by The North Face®
The North Face presents the Ultra-Trail Harricana™ du Canada (UTHC) and offers a unique way to explore the boreal forest, it's fauna and the wild backcountry of Charlevoix. Each September since 2012, the region comes together for one weekend to share the values of trail running: authenticity, humility, equality, respect and solidarity with 2000 athletes from all over the world.
"Come and celebrate the 10th anniversary with us!"
The UTHC offers challenges from short to very long distance: 5K, 10K, 20K, 28K, 42K, 65K, 80K (50 miles) and 125K. The ultra 125km course of international caliber is a linear trail with a total height gain of 4000 metres. The race his also qualifying for the Western States 100 and the UTMB.
"The 125K is a Western States 100 Qualifier and a UTMB qualifying race worth 5 Running Stones. Gain enough Running Stones and get a spot in any of the UTMB races without to go through the lottery!"
Free your wild, SIGN UP NOW
Upcoming Races
Sep 11 2021
42 KM
Marathon course, solo without pacer. Qualifying race: ITRA
4,265
4,593
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
4 Aid
Stations
8
:30 Cutoff
3
Elevation Rating
Hilly, ~2500-7500 feet in 50 miles
3
Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts
Sep 11 2021
42 KM
First edition - New course, more technical than the classic UTHC 42 with only 3 aid stations. Free your wild. Qualifying race: ITRA
5,068
5,000
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
3 Aid
Stations
8
:30 Cutoff
4
Elevation Rating
Very hilly, ~7500-12,500 feet in 50 miles
5
Surface Rating
Very rough trail
Sep 11 2021
65 KM
A remote and true ultra race held on a linear route deep in the Canadian wilderness
A perfect mix of flow and technical. The race will get underway at the Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie and end at the Mont Grand-Fonds Ski Center. The course will take you halfway through the famous trail called La Traversée de Charlevoix. Passing several lakes, runners will have the chance to encounter Canadian wildlife, including beaver, porcupine or moose.
4,921
4,265
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
5 Aid
Stations
12
:15 Cutoff
3
Elevation Rating
Hilly, ~2500-7500 feet in 50 miles
4
Surface Rating
Substantial rocks, roots and/or ruts
Sep 11 2021
50 Miles
The only course where a pacer is allowed! Qualifying race: UTMB Running Stones and ITRA
7,040
6,482
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
7 Aid
Stations
16
:00 Cutoff
3
Elevation Rating
Hilly, ~2500-7500 feet in 50 miles
4
Surface Rating
Substantial rocks, roots and/or ruts
Sep 11 2021
125 KM
Solo course without pacer. Qualifying race: UTMB Running Stones, Western States and ITRA
A remote and authentic ultra race deep in the Canadian wilderness
The race is a perfect mix of flowing and technical terrain. The start is right in the heart of Charlevoix’s wild backcountry. Passing several lakes, runners get the chance to encounter Canadian wildlife, including beaver, porcupine or moose. Farther along, they face four ascents: Mount Lac-à-L’Empêche and Mount Morios, with their breathtaking panoramic views of the area; Noyee mountain, with its ridge shaped like a woman floating on water; and lastly, Noire mountain, on trails specially developed by the Harricana team, that provides a beautiful view of Mont Grand-Fonds.
12,795
13,780
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
10 Aid
Stations
25
:00 Cutoff
4
Elevation Rating
Very hilly, ~7500-12,500 feet in 50 miles
4
Surface Rating
Substantial rocks, roots and/or ruts
Results
50 Miles UTHC 80 G2 View course top times
| Date | Finishers | Top Result | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/20 | 137 | 7:06:40 | 8:02:21 |
65 KM UTHC 65 View course top times
| Date | Finishers | Top Result | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/20 | 314 | 5:32:52 | 6:04:36 |
| 09/07/19 | 388 | 5:29:13 | 6:49:13 |
| 09/07/18 | 259 | 5:30:10 | 6:08:54 |
| 09/08/17 | 233 | 5:38:31 | 6:22:54 |
| 09/10/16 | 199 | 5:45:28 | 6:06:43 |
| 09/19/15 | 194 | 6:09:17 | 6:51:11 |
| 09/13/14 | 124 | 6:05:51 | 7:00:40 |
| 09/07/13 | 105 | 5:50:28 | 7:20:49 |
125 KM UTHC 125 G2 View course top times
| Date | Finishers | Top Result | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/20 | 83 | 13:58:57 | 20:10:13 |
| 09/07/19 | 139 | 13:55:41 | 17:53:41 |
| 09/07/18 | 100 | 13:47:09 | 16:14:00 |
50 Miles UTHC 80 G1 View course top times
| Date | Finishers | Top Result | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/18 | 108 | 7:42:28 | 8:33:56 |
| 09/10/16 | 85 | 7:49:35 | 10:08:42 |
| 09/13/14 | 104 | 7:25:11 | 9:47:19 |
125 KM UTHC 125 G1 View course top times
| Date | Finishers | Top Result | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/17 | 120 | 12:48:14 | 14:31:34 |
| 09/10/16 | 70 | 12:54:10 | 14:41:27 |
| 09/19/15 | 46 | 12:53:23 | 15:40:53 |
| 09/19/15 | 46 | 12:53:24 | 15:40:54 |
We try to keep the most accurate information about this race, but changes do happen. Always visit the official race website for the most up to date information. If you see an error, please let us know
