Demi-Marathon des Lacs
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About the race
The Demi-Marathon des Lacs is presented as the first edition, scheduled for 27 September 2026 at the Centre Communautaire de Saint‑Mathieu‑du‑Parc, 520 Chemin Déziel, Saint‑Mathieu‑du‑Parc. The route follows the scenic route des lacs between Saint‑Mathieu‑du‑Parc and St‑Élie‑de‑Caxton and combines paved and unpaved sections through natural surroundings with rolling hills and autumn panoramas.
Distances:
- 21.1 km (Équipe Labrosse RE/MAX de Francheville)
- 10 km (Subaru Trois-Rivières)
- 5 km
Time limits apply for each distance: 21.1 km must be completed within 3h15, 10 km within 1h55, and 5 km within 55 minutes. Bib and shirt pickup is available at the community centre on Saturday 12 September (08:00–12:00), Saturday 26 September (12:00–17:00) and on race day from 06:00; participants must have their bib at least 30 minutes before their start.
Registration and transfer policy: no refunds; transfers and distance changes are permitted through SportChrono until 24 August 2026 at 23:59 with applicable fees; medical deferral to next year is allowed with a doctor’s note.
Practical information: parking is available on surrounding streets and within a short walk; volunteers will assist. Aid stations with water and toilets are near the 5 km and 10 km marks. First aid services will be on site. Race results will be posted live on SportChrono. Medals and Dry Fit shirts are available for purchase; profits from shirt sales benefit the Fondation de l’École de la Tortue‑des‑Bois.
Race rules: be ready at least 10 minutes before the start, no strollers or pets, no on‑site registration on race day, and headphones are allowed only if external sounds remain audible.
Travel note: a section of QC‑351 near the start will be under alternating traffic for a few kilometres in the morning; organizers recommend approaching via Shawinigan and following QC‑351 South. Recommended driving route from Autoroute 40 eastbound is to use Autoroute 55 North and exit 217 to QC‑351. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
