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The Relentless Trail Race Weekend

From a 3K taste of the trails to a Relentless 50 miles, there’s a race for everyone.

Date
05:30 am - Sunday, Oct 4, 2026, 04:00 pm
Location
The Ark285 Chemin de Farrellton, Denholm, QC, J0X 2C0, Canada

Overview

Choose distances from 3K to 50 miles on technically challenging single-track, gravel roads, and the Trans Canada Trail. The 21K, 30K, 50K, and 50-mile distances are recognized by both ITRA and the UTMB Index.

Highlights

  • Peak Fall Colors

    Experience Gatineau Hills at their brightest autumn peak

  • True Single-Track Terrain

    Twisty, technical trails with roots, rocks, and sustained elevation

  • Private Lake Summit Views

    Beautiful reward at the highest point with mostly downhill thereafter

  • Legendary Post-Race BBQ

    Celebrate with warm community and legendary Monique-prepared feast

  • No Cutoff Times

    Run at your own pace. Finish whenever you're ready, no pressure

What’s included in the entry

Campfire Hangout

Free Beer

Hot Beverages

Meal

Nutrition

Finisher Medal

Free Companion Admission

Aid Stations

Free Parking

Awards Ceremony

Course Markers

Pre Race Orientation

Race options

50 Mile Ultra

Sat, 05:30

CA$128.20 (Includes Taxes and Fees)

Road race or trail race? It’s a hybrid! Shuttle 31 km to Kazabazua, then run the flat Trans Canada Trail back to The Ark. From there: an 11K single-track loop, 18K gravel loop, then two more 11K trail loops through classic Mad Trapper terrain.

50K Ultra

Sat, 07:00

CA$117.60 (Includes Taxes and Fees)

Ultimate challenge: 18km gravel road prologue with 1,523m total elevation gain, followed by three loops of the 10.5km singletrack course. Each trail loop rewards with private lake view at summit.

30K Hybrid

Sat, 08:00

CA$96.40 (Includes Taxes and Fees)

Road-to-trail hybrid: 18km undulating gravel road loop south from The Ark, followed by one 10.5km singletrack course loop. Total 819m elevation gain with scenic fall colours.

21K Insanity

Sat, 08:00

CA$96.40 (Includes Taxes and Fees)

Two loops of the 10.5km Crazed course with 720m total elevation gain. Repeat the technical opening, mountain climb twice, but also enjoy the fast downhill twice.

10K Crazed Course

Sun, 10:00

CA$54.00 (Includes Taxes and Fees)

Single loop combining technical singletrack, a flat hay field section, and the signature mountain climb. Expect sustained elevation and challenging terrain.

3K Try a Trail

Sun, 10:00

CA$54.00 (Includes Taxes and Fees)

Newbie-friendly trail loop with elevation change, technical singletrack, and straightforward double track. Loop is 3.3km (avoiding a steep, rocky downhill for safety and fun).

5K Mad Course

Sun, 10:00

CA$54.00 (Includes Taxes and Fees)

Single loop of twisty-turny singletrack with elevation gain, a flat section, and a final hill. More technical at the start but manageable throughout.

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