August 21st - 23th, 2026
Out-and-Back and Loop
2,070 m
1,067 m
10 hrs
3
150
18 +
course
Departure and arrival are at the UTCC Village.
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Runners start with an easy section of 3 km before climbing Mont-Olivine (670 m) who has an exceptional view on the Chic-Chocs. From there, you head towards La Serpentine, climb the Grande Cuve of Mont-Albert west to then head to the ravito La Paruline where you'll reach the halfway point.
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For the return, you backtrack to the Versant junction to take the direction of the summit of Mont-Albert (1088 m). You cross the plateau and end your course with a 6.5 km descent leading to the UTCC Village.
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Runners will climb a total of 3 summits ranging from medium to very technical trails.
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
LA SERPENTINE / 11.5 KM / LIQUID AND SOLID
LA GRANDE CUVE / 15 KM / FIRST AID
LA PARULINE / 25,5 KM / LIQUID AND SOLID
LA GRANDE CUVE / 36 KM / FIRST AID
RABOUGRIS / 38 KM / FIRST AID
UTCC VILLAGE / 45 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
Basis first-aid kit
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Trekking pole 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.