8th edition of Trail du Massif du Sud

Parc du Massif du Sud invites you to participate in the 8th edition of the Trail du Massif du Sud, presented by Desjardins, its annual trail running event taking place on Saturday, August 24, 2024, in the beautiful Chaudière-Appalaches region.

🏃🏃‍♀️ Registrations for the 8th edition of the Trail du Massif du Sud are now closed. You can register on-site only for the 6 km walk and 2 km (kids) by presenting at the rental center. Registrations for the 32 km, 22 km, 11 km and 6 km are closed and cannot be changed.

Our 32 km event will allow runners to challenge the park’s three peaks: Mont Chocolat (717 m), Crête des Grives (828 m), and the highest peak in Chaudière-Appalaches, Mont Saint-Magloire at 917 meters.

Please note that Parc du Massif du Sud area is considered very technical, and the difficulty of our events should not be underestimated.
The time limit to complete all events is set at 3:00 PM.

Come discover why the park is a must-visit destination in Chaudière-Appalaches for outdoor enthusiasts.

As last year, the Pavillon Desjardins, located 400 meters from the park’s reception desk in the Desjardins sector, will serve as the start and finish area, greatly facilitating event logistics and enhancing your experience.

All starts and finishes will take place in front of the Pavillon Desjardins, a multifunctional building located 400 meters from Parc du Massif du Sud reception desk.
We recommend booking your accommodation or campsite in advance (available from November 2023) to make the most of your stay with us!

This year, you will have the chance to add three souvenir items for an additional fee ($) when you register:

🧣 A bandana in the park’s colors
👕 A Trail 2024 souvenir t-shirt (adults only)
🥇 A Trail 2024 souvenir medal

Attention: You will need to add these items manually to your shopping cart during the registration payment process.

Important Note: All children, as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in all our running events, will receive a medal for free on the podiums.
A post-race lunch will be offered only to participants of the 32 km, 22 km, 11 km, and 6 km run events. A post-race snack will be provided to participants of the 6 km walk and 2 km kids’ events.

We look forward to welcoming you for another memorable edition! 💚
Parc du Massif du Sud promotes outdoor activities in a healthy environment. In this context, we will continue our eco-responsible approach this year to provide you with a regional and authentic experience.

The registration period for the 2024 edition is now closed.
Final sales. All prices are taxes included.

32 km :

• Reduced price at 72 $, September 27 to December 15, 2023
• Regular price at 82 $, December 16, 2023 to July 30th 2024
• Last minute price at 92$, July 31st to August 19th 2024

22 km :

• Reduced price at 64 $, September 27 to December 15, 2023
• Regular price at 74 $, December 16, 2023 to July 30th 2024
• Last minute price at 84$, July 31st to August 19th 2024

11 km :

• Reduced price at 54 $, September 27 to December 15, 2023
• Regular price at 64 $, December 16, 2023 to July 30th 2024
• Last minute price at 74$, July 31st to August 19th 2024

6 km (course) : 

• Reduced price at 48 $, September 27 to December 15, 2023
• Regular price at 58 $, December 16, 2023 to July 30th 2024
• Last minute price at 68$, July 31st to August 19th 2024

6 km (marche) :

• Reduced price at 21 $, September 27 to December 15, 2023
• Regular price at 23 $, December 16, 2023 to July 30th 2024
• Last minute price at 25$, July 31st to August 19th 2024

2 km (enfants) :

• Reduced price at 21 $, September 27 to December 15, 2023
• Regular price at 23 $, December 16, 2023 to July 30th 2024
• Last minute price at 25$, July 31st to August 19th 2024

Transfer, modifications and cancellation

• price at 15$, from September 27, 2023 to July 30, 2024
• price at 20$, July 31st to August 19th 2024
• price at 25$ for cancellation with a medical ticket (proof)
• no transfer or modification possible starting Monday August 20th 2024

2024 SCHEDULE | TRAIL DU MASSIF DU SUD (Schedule subject to change)
No cars or motor vehicle traffic allowed in the Trois-Fourches area, in front of or near the Pavillon Desjardins.
All participants and spectators must walk from the Park Massif du Sud reception desk to the Pavillon Desjardins (400 meters).
Parking is available only near the reception desk – P1, P2, P3, and P4.
Please bring cash for the food vendors and showers ($1 = 4 minutes) available at the Pavillon Desjardins.

Friday, August 23, 2024

3:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Bib pickup at the Rental Center, located in the basement of Parc du Massif du Sud reception desk (300 route du Massif-du-Sud, Saint-Philémon, QC, G0R 4A0)

Saturday, August 24, 2024

6:00 AM to 10:00 AM: Bib pickup at the Rental Center, located in the basement of Parc du Massif du Sud reception desk (300 route du Massif-du-Sud, Saint-Philémon, QC, G0R 4A0)

7:15 AM: Welcome speech and start of the activities in front of the Pavillon Desjardins

7:30 AM: START of the 32 km in front of the Pavillon Desjardins

8:00 AM: Opening of the food vendors area (local product sales – please bring cash for the day)

8:45 AM: START of the 22 km in front of the Pavillon Desjardins

9:15 AM: START of the 2 km Kids’ Race in front of the Pavillon Desjardins

9:45 AM: Kids’ 2 km podium and medal presentation

10:00 AM: START of the 11 km in front of the Pavillon Desjardins

10:20 AM: START of the 6 km in front of the Pavillon Desjardins

10:30 AM: START of the 6 km WALK in front of the Pavillon Desjardins

10:45 AM: Estimated arrival time for winners of the 22 km, 11 km, and 6 km

10:50 AM: 6 km podium and medal presentation for top 3 female and male

11:00 AM: 11 km podium and medal presentation for top 3 female and male

11:15 AM: Estimated arrival of the 32 km winners, 22 km podium, and medal presentation for top 3 female and male

12:00 PM: Estimated arrival of the 6 km walk winners

12:30 PM: 22 km finishers and walkers

12:45 PM: 32 km podium and medal presentation for top 3 female and male

3:00 PM: Deadline for all events

4:00 PM: End of the event and closing of the food vendors area

Rules of the race – 2024 Edition

All participants must pay the registration fees and complete all required forms set by the organizers to be eligible to participate in the event on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Parc du Massif du Sud.
All race starts will be at the Pavillon Desjardins, located 400 meters from the Parc du Massif du Sud registration area at 300 Route du Massif-du-Sud, Saint-Philémon.
No cars or vehicular traffic are permitted near the Pavillon Desjardins. All participants and spectators must walk to the Pavillon Desjardins.
Your bib will allow you entry to Parc du Massif du Sud. An entry fee of $5 will be required from adult spectators attending the event. Children 17 and under will have free entry to Parc du Massif du Sud on Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Participants who have reserved accommodation or a camping site will also need to walk to the Pavillon Desjardins and leave their vehicle at their accommodation or campsite.
Parking lots P1, P2, P3, and P4, located near the Parc du Massif du Sud registration area, will be open for participants’ and spectators’ vehicles.
Participants must be present at the scheduled time for each start according to the following schedule:

• 32 km at 7:30 AM
• 22 km at 8:45 AM
• 2 km (children ages 5 to 12) at 9:15 AM
• 11 km at 10:00 AM
• 6 km race at 10:20 AM
• 6 km walk at 10:30 AM

The maximum time to complete all races is 3:00 PM. After this time, participants’ times will not be recorded, and they will be considered disqualified.
Any participant who knowingly deviates from the course will be disqualified. If lost, they must retrace their steps and resume the course from the correct location.
Participants must visibly display a numbered bib with an electronic chip that records their race time. No participant may compete without being duly registered.
A medal will be awarded free of charge to all children registered for the 2 km children’s race who complete the race. Children 17 and under registered for the races will also receive a souvenir medal for free. Only the top three women and top three men in each race category will receive medals.
New for the 2024 edition: Participants in all race and walk categories who wish to obtain a souvenir medal, bandana, and/or souvenir t-shirt can pay a small additional fee during registration before July 15, 2024. After this date, it will not be possible to reserve a souvenir item with your registration. Limited quantities of these souvenir items will be available for purchase on the event day.
For the 2 km children’s race, a parent or guardian is allowed to run with the registered child. This race is reserved for children 12 and under and their parents and/or accompanying adults only.
However, if the parent or accompanying adult is registered for a different distance event, they must not wear their race bib during the 2 km children’s race.
Each participant allows the organizers to take photos during the event and use these photos for promotional purposes on the Parc du Massif du Sud website, Facebook page, Instagram account, or other marketing materials, whether print or electronic (e.g., flyers, posters, newsletters, etc.).
The organizers disclaim any responsibility for results and physical injuries to participants. Each participant is presumed to be physically fit for running and must sign the risk acceptance form to participate in the activity.
The event organizers reserve the right to impose a maximum number of participants (quota) per race. Once all bibs are sold, it will be impossible to obtain one on the event day, except for the 2 km children’s race and the 6 km walk.
Age restrictions for each event are as follows: 2 km (children, 4 to 12 years); 6 km race and walk (12 years and older); 11 km (14 years and older); 22 km (14 years and older); 32 km (16 years and older).
The child rate applies to children aged 4 to 17.
Walking poles are permitted. It is the responsibility of runners and walkers to use them cautiously and not to hinder other participants.
Throwing litter on the ground will result in disqualification.
Headphones are prohibited due to the presence of other trail users.
Running with dogs, even on a leash, is not allowed.
Running barefoot during the event is not allowed.
Running with portable speakers or playing music on a device on the trails and race courses is prohibited.
If a runner encounters another injured runner on the course, they must assist them until help arrives.
If a runner wishes to withdraw, they must inform a volunteer or staff member at aid stations or on the trails as soon as possible.
We expect all participants to exhibit courtesy and sportsmanship during the event.
Thank you very much for your valuable cooperation in making the Parc du Massif du Sud trail running event a success, your nature refuge since 1998.

Trail Marking Colors and Ribbons
Each course is marked with a specific color to aid navigation in the forest. Keep an eye out!

• 2 km (children): Yellow
• 6 km (race and walk): Green
• 11 km: Orange
• 22 km: Blue
• 32 km: Pink

Aid stations are located at strategic points and are indicated on the course maps. To view them: www.massifdusud.com/trail

As you share the trails with other runners and users, please run on the right side of the trail to allow others to pass on the left, when possible.
Remember that the Trail du Massif du Sud is organized primarily for the enjoyment of running in the forest. Be courteous to other runners, trail users, volunteers, and Parc du Massif du Sud staff.
We look forward to welcoming you! Thank you for choosing the 8th edition of the Trail du Massif du Sud. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, August 24, 2024!

Registration Policy
Online registration is open until Monday, August 19, 2024, 11:59 PM.
From Tuesday, August 20, 2024, no registration will be possible for our race events: 32 km, 22 km, 11 km, and 6 km.
Registration on the event day will be available only for the 2 km children’s race and the 6 km race.

Bib Pickup at the Rental Center
Participants can pick up their bibs the day before the race, Friday, August 23, 2024, between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM, as well as on race day, Saturday, August 24, 2024, between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM, at the Rental Center of the registration area of Parc du Massif du Sud, located at 300 Route du Massif-du-Sud, Saint-Philémon.
It is allowed to pick up another person’s bib, provided you have a piece of identification belonging to that person. Presenting an ID ensures that the bib is not issued without the person’s consent.

At Parc du Massif du Sud, we are committed to environmental protection and showcasing this exceptional area for the benefit of nature and outdoor enthusiasts. In this spirit, the Trail du Massif du Sud aims to implement concrete measures to minimize the environmental impact of our trail running event.**

The Eco-Friendly Runner’s Guide

With a strong focus on preserving our cherished natural spaces, the Trail du Massif du Sud introduces several measures to reduce your impact on the park’s trails. After the race, all that should remain is your sense of accomplishment!

Waste Management

Experienced trail runners know the importance of carrying out all their gear (equipment, containers, packaging, etc.). Pay special attention to your gel wrappers. And if you see any on the trail, consider picking them up! Tip: Carry a Ziploc bag to collect your waste along the way.

The Trail organization will provide various resources at hydration and aid stations, but no cups! Please bring the necessary equipment to hydrate:

• A foldable and reusable cup: Crush it and store it in a pocket of your shorts. Pull it out at the aid stations to quench your thirst!
• Various running belts or vests allow you to carry a good supply of water and snacks (homemade to avoid packaging!). This way, aid stations will only be used to refill your bottle!
• For those who use gels frequently, some brands offer them in larger volumes, and small reusable bottles are perfect for home refilling. Personal tip: Fill them with a mixture of maple syrup, ginger, and salt!
• Bring a reusable water bottle for after your arrival.
• Finally, sorting stations will be available at the main race site. To help us divert as much waste as possible from landfills, please take a moment to ensure your waste is placed in the correct bin.

Transportation

Since the park’s beautiful playground is located several kilometers from major urban centers, we strongly encourage you to maximize your trip by carpooling. The discussion thread on the event’s Facebook page is a good place to post your carpooling offers or needs.

Are you a local runner? Why not warm up by biking to the event!

Medals and Other Promotional Items

The Trail du Massif du Sud organizers have made an eco-friendly choice not to provide promotional items to all participants.

Only the top three finishers in each of the official races will receive a medal from Groupe Océan – 32 km, 22 km, 11 km, and 6 km – as well as all children completing the 2 km race.
There will be no medals for walkers in the 6 km participatory event.
What we hope you remember is the accomplishment of taking on the challenge of running in the forest, enjoying nature, and sharing this passion with others.

Do you have other suggestions to make the event even more eco-friendly?
Write to info@massifdusud.com

How to Get to the Park for the 8th Edition of the Trail du Massif du Sud

Parc du Massif du Sud is located in the heart of the Chaudière-Appalaches region, within the territories of the MRC de Bellechasse and des Etchemins.

Address: Parc du Massif du Sud
300 Route du Massif-du-Sud
Saint-Philémon, QC
G0R 4A0
Canada

From Quebec City or Montreal

From Quebec City:

• Approximate Travel Time: About 1 hour from the bridges in Quebec City.

From Montreal:

• Approximate Travel Time: About 3 hours 30 minutes.

Directions to the Park:

• Take Highway 20 East.
• Use exit 337 and follow Route 279 South towards the municipality of Notre-Dame-Auxiliatrice-de-Buckland.
• Turn left onto Route 216 East.
• Follow the road signs that will lead you directly to Parc du Massif du Sud.

From Gaspésie or Bas-Saint-Laurent

From Montmagny:

• Approximate Travel Time: About 40 minutes.

Directions to the Park:

• Take Highway 20 West.
• Use exit 348 and follow Route 281 South towards the municipality of Saint-Philémon.
• At the flashing light, turn right onto Route 216 West until you reach Route du Massif.
• Turn left onto Route du Massif and follow the road signs that will lead you to the Parc régional du Massif du Sud.

From Beauce or Eastern Townships

From Saint-Georges:

• Approximate Travel Time: About 1 hour 30 minutes.

Directions to the Park:

• Take Route 204 East.
• After the village of Saint-Camille, turn onto Route 281 North towards the municipality of Saint-Philémon.
• Just before entering the village of Saint-Philémon, turn left onto Rang Saint-Alexis.
• Follow the road signs that will lead you to the Parc du Massif du Sud.

For any questions regarding the 8th edition of the Trail du Massif du Sud:

Email: info@massifdusud.com
Phone: +1 418-469-2228, extension 101