Notos Ultra-Trail
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About the race
Notos Ultra-Trail is a trail running event in the Centre-du-Québec region organized around Victoriaville and neighbouring municipalities. The event is sanctioned by the Fédération québécoise d’athlétisme and features multiple distances that run across mountains, forests and local trails with views of the Appalaches and the regional wind farm.
Distances offered include:
- 80 km
- 65 km (also offered as a two-person relay)
- 45 km
- 30 km
- 20 km
- 10 km
- 5 km
- 2 km (initiation course)
Course highlights and logistics are described for each distance. Many routes are linear and cross the Sentier des trotteurs, Mont-Arthabaska, and sectors near Sainte‑Hélène‑de‑Chester, Vianney and Saint‑Ferdinand. Several distances require a mandatory shuttle from the Complexe 905. Aid stations and elevation gain vary by distance; for example, the 65 km route lists about 2125 m of ascent and six aid stations, while the 10 km route lists 351 m of ascent and one aid station. A drop bag option is available at the aid station located 30 km from the finish for 65 km runners.
Safety is supported on all courses by patrollers, local police and volunteers, with local hospital services informed of the event. Bib pickup is organized before race day to reduce onsite queuing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
