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Québec Mega Trail
Quebec, Canada
July 1, 2027 to July 4, 2027Date confirmed
134 km77 km50 km32 km+5
ForestNature & Off-Road+4
CARunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Atlantic Coast Running Races: Trails, Road Races & Events
17 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 126 races in Atlantic Coast Running Races with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events174 confirmed dates
Competitions126Races & courses
Distances1 - 165 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada
Québec, Canada
September 10, 2027 to September 12, 2027Date confirmed
122 km78 km63 km42.7 km+6
MountainNature & Off-Road+5
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Quebec Marathon
Quebec, Canada
October 1, 2027 to October 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunForest+4
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Ultra Trail Gaspesia 100
Percé, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
165 km110 km100 km85 km+11
MountainNature & Off-Road+5
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Ultra Trail Forillon
Gaspé, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km110 km100 km75 km+9
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+4
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Ultra Trail Chic-chocs
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113.1 km61.7 km44.8 km26 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
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Blue Nose Marathon
Halifax, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunCharity Run+3
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Baie-des-Chaleurs Marathon
Carleton-sur-Mer, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2027 - Jul 4, 2027 | Québec Mega Trail | Quebec, Québec, CA | Trail Running | 134 km77 km50 km32 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2027 - Sep 12, 2027 | Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada | Québec, Québec, CA | Trail Running | 122 km78 km63 km42.7 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 3, 2027 | Quebec Marathon | Quebec, Québec, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Ultra Trail Gaspesia 100 | Percé, Québec, CA | Trail Running | 165 km110 km100 km85 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Trail Forillon | Gaspé, Quebec, CA | Trail Running | 160 km110 km100 km75 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Trail Chic-chocs | Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Québec, CA | Trail Running | 113.1 km61.7 km44.8 km26 km |
| Date to be announced | Blue Nose Marathon | Halifax, Neuschottland, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Baie-des-Chaleurs Marathon | Carleton-sur-Mer, Québec, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Stewart McKelvey Fredericton Marathon | Fredericton, Neubraunschweig, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Nova Scotia Marathon | Barrington Passage, Nova Scotia, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | La Chute Du Diable | Quebec, Québec, CA | Trail Running | 110 km75 km49.6 km35 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon Desjardins de Baie-Comeau | Baie-Comeau, Québec, CA | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Atlantic Coast Running Races (Canada, Atlantic Coast (Canada)) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 17 public events and 126 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running and Road Running. Key host locations include Quebec, Québec, Percé, and Gaspé. Notable events in the selection include Québec Mega Trail, Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada, and Quebec Marathon.
Race distances span from 1 km to 165 km, reaching up to +6,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Atlantic Coast Running Races includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Atlantic Coast Running Races?
RunningCompass currently lists 17 verified events with 126 individual races in Atlantic Coast Running Races. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Québec Mega Trail, Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada, and Quebec Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Atlantic Coast Running Races?
Events in Atlantic Coast Running Races focus on Trail Running and Road Running. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 165 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Quebec, Québec, Percé, and Gaspé.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Atlantic Coast Running Races?
The most selective courses in Atlantic Coast Running Races climb up to +6,000 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Atlantic Coast Running Races?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.