15 au 17 août 2025
Out-and-back
1 290 m
1 130 m
8 hours
3 stations
150 athletes
18 +
course
Departure and arrival are at the UTCC Village.
Runners begin with the IAT long-distance hiking trail which gradually climbs on nearly 9 km to the Lac aux Américains at an altitude at 700 meters. From this point, you can see Mount Joseph-Fortin on the right and Mount Xalibu on the left. It is the latter that you have to ascent to then turn around at the top which is at 1,120 meters above sea level.
Mount Xalibu is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful ascent with its vertiginous viewpoints and its clear summit overhanging several summits of the Chic-Chocs.
This new 26 km round trip with 1,290 meters of elevation gain will blow up your mind.
ALTERNATIVE COURSE
As the UTCC takes place in protected caribou habitat, a vulnerable species, the course of the event may be modified in the case of an area closure due to the presence of individuals on the trail.
CHECKPOINTS
Village UTCC
Lac aux Américains
Xalibu
Lac aux Américains
Village UTCC
0 km
7 km
13 km
18 km
26 km
Liquid and solid
Liquid and solid
First aid only
Liquid and solid
Liquid and solid
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
Minimum water reserve of 1 L
Cap or Buff
Beanie
Whistle
Water purification tablets or bottle with filter
Basic first-aid kit
Energy supplements
Waterproof jacket
Gloves
Retractable glass or cup
Survival blanket (140 cm x 200 cm)
Cellphone in waterproof bag
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Trekking poles or crampons
Mid-layer
Long pants
Spoon and/or fork
Bells are prohibited to avoid disturbing wildlife, specifically the caribou.
There will be single use dishes on-site.
