August 21st - 23th, 2026
Out-and-back
1 290 m
1 130 m
8 hrs
3
150
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 PATHWAY
The UTCC takes place in the protected area of caribou habitat, a vulnerable species, so the race course could be modified if a sector is closed due to the presence of individuals on the trail.
CHECKPOINTS
UTCC VILLAGE / 0 KM / LIQUID AND SOLID
LAC AUX AMÉRICAINS / 7 KM / LIQUID AND SOLID
XALIBU / 13 KM / FIRST AID
LAC AUX AMÉRICAINS / 18 KM / LIQUID AND SOLID
UTCC VILLAGE / 26 KM / LIQUID AND SOLID
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
Minimum water reserve of 1 L
Closed-toe running shoes
Waterproof jacket
Gloves
Retractable glass or cup
Survival blanket (140 cm x 200 cm)
Cellphone in waterproof bag
Energy supplements
Cap or Buff
Beanie
Whistle
Water purification tablets or bottle with filter
Basic first-aid kit
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.