Défi des Couleurs Simard

Défi des Couleurs Simard

Défi des Couleurs Simard is a trail running event held at Mont-Sainte-Anne near Boischatel, Quebec. The listed edition takes place on October 9, 10 and 11, 2026 and highlights autumn colors and forest scenery.

Trail courses are described as rustic and wild, with about 80 percent single track. Routes include both runnable sections and more technical parts. A 5 km night trail takes place the day before; a headlamp is included and this night event is non-competitive for runners and walkers.

Trails by the Jean Larose River offer runnable sections on firm stone dust and notable scenic views. The event provides separate course options for trail and for footpath distances, with participant information and course maps available through the organizer.

The organization lists a contact address in Boischatel. The program presents multiple distance choices and emphasizes the variety of routes around the mountain and local trail network. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• Trail distances
  • 11 km
  • 17 km
  • 26 km
  • 32 km
  • 42 km
• Footpath distances
  • 1 km
  • 6.5 km
  • 10 km
  • 21 km