Défi des Couleurs Simard
North America's most popular trail run, in full autumn colour
Over 5,700 runners took over Mont-Sainte-Anne in 2024, making this the continent's top trail event. In October, the mountain's single tracks, the Rivière Jean-Larose canyon, and the face south toward Château Frontenac all ignite in red and gold.
Highlights
32K Trail conquers both Mont-Sainte-Anne and Mont-Ferréol summits
See Château Frontenac to Île d'Orléans wrapped by the St. Lawrence
Run alongside the famous Jean Larose River on legendary singletrack
Race Mont-Sainte-Anne at peak autumn foliage in October
Run 5K through dark forest trails with included headlamp
What's included in the entry
Défi des Couleurs Simard
North America's most popular trail run, in full autumn colour
Over 5,700 runners took over Mont-Sainte-Anne in 2024, making this the continent's top trail event. In October, the mountain's single tracks, the Rivière Jean-Larose canyon, and the face south toward Château Frontenac all ignite in red and gold.
Highlights
32K Trail conquers both Mont-Sainte-Anne and Mont-Ferréol summits
See Château Frontenac to Île d'Orléans wrapped by the St. Lawrence
Run alongside the famous Jean Larose River on legendary singletrack
Race Mont-Sainte-Anne at peak autumn foliage in October
Run 5K through dark forest trails with included headlamp