Harricana Ultra-Trail of Canada (UTHC)

La Malbaie, QC

Presented by The North Face

An authentic trail running experience in Canada’s wild backcountry. Trails dense with raw nature and wildlife. A rich ecosystem in a unique UNESCO world biosphere reserve. Summits where the wind carries the scents of the St. Lawrence River and the boreal forest.

What can you expect at Harricana? To run like a wolf and free your wild!

Harricana is also an international-caliber trail-running event attended by the largest pool of elite runners in Quebec. Over the years, the trails have been run by athletes from nine Canadian provinces and more than 26 countries. The 125-km distance is the only race in Canada included in the prestigious Ultra-Trail World Tour.

This race is a qualifier for the Western States Endurance Run and UTMB.

Upcoming Races

Sep 12 2020

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 12 2020

50 Miles

The UTHC 80km course is the perfect starting point for athletes who aspire to one day run the 125km event. This event is held once every two years, on even years (2016, 2018, 2020), alternating with the 42k which is held on odd-numbered years (2019, 2021, etc.). The course used is that of the 65km event combined to part of the 28km event. It is the only race where a pacer is allowed.

Point-to-Point Course

7 Aid Stations

3 Elevation Rating

Hilly, ~2500-7500 feet in 50 miles

4 Surface Rating

Substantial rocks, roots and/or ruts

Sep 12 2020

125 KM

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

125 KM G2 View course top times

Date	Finishers	Top Result	Top Result (F)
09/07/19	139	13:55:41	17:53:41
09/07/18	100	13:47:09	16:14:00

65 KM View course top times

Date	Finishers	Top Result	Top Result (F)
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

50 Miles UTHC 80km 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 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.

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