Grit & Grind Trail Race
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Grit & Grind Trail Race : Camp Fortune, Gatineau Park
This trail event takes place at Camp Fortune on September 6, 2026, and offers timed races across several distances, including a youth race for ages 7 to 12. Course details are subject to change and final routes will be confirmed by the organizer.
The new 20K for 2026 is designated as a UTMB Index Race. The 20K field has a prize purse for both men and women as follows: 1st 3,000; 2nd 2,000; 3rd 1,000; 4th 750; 5th 500; 6th 250. Chip timing is used for official results.
Distances:
- 20K (two loops with steep climbs and technical descents)
- 10K (rolling climbs, technical sections, runnable stretches)
- 5K (short route with quick climbs and technical turns)
- 2K Kids (ages 7–12; gentle hills on wide trails)
Included with registration are a commemorative medal unless selecting the Green Bib, a personalized race bib for registrations completed before August 27, professional chip timing, and post-race snacks and beverages. The Green Bib option removes the medal and donates a portion of the fee to the event charity partner Sauvetage Bénévole Outaouais – Ottawa Volunteer Search and Rescue. A shuttle service to and from Tunney's Pasture is available for a five dollar add-on. Optional purchases include a technical shirt and an iTab ribbon hanger. For safety, headphones and earbuds are not permitted on course. The event is not suitable for strollers or mobility devices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
