Name: Trail Massif du Sud
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-22
Location: Saint-Philémon, Quebec

About the Event

Answer the call of the ancient peaks in the heart of Chaudière-Appalaches at the Trail du Massif du Sud, returning for its celebrated 9th edition on Saturday, 22 August 2026. This quintessential Quebec trail running festival unfolds within the stunning Parc du Massif du Sud, offering six distinct challenges from a 32km mountain test to a family-friendly 2km kids' race, all starting from Saint-Philémon. Conquer rugged, forested trails that weave through a landscape of cascading waterfalls and dense boreal forest, with the longer distances demanding respect for the region's raw, untamed beauty. More than just a race, it's a true immersion into nature, with unique souvenir items like Ciele hats and park-branded bandanas available to commemorate your adventure. Experience the warm, community-focused organization that defines this event, where every finisher's effort is celebrated amidst the serene majesty of the southern Quebec wilderness. Registrations are now open for a day where personal achievement and pristine natural scenery are perfectly intertwined.

Races Offered

32 km

Aug 22, 2026

straighten

Distance — 32K

terrain

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timer

07:30

22 km

Aug 22, 2026

straighten

Distance — 22K

terrain

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timer

08:45

11 km

Aug 22, 2026

straighten

Distance — 11K

terrain

Type — —

timer

10:00

6 km

Aug 22, 2026

straighten

Distance — 6K

terrain

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timer

10:20

6 km walk

Aug 22, 2026

straighten

Distance — 6K

terrain

Type — —

timer

10:30

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Saint-Philémon.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 13.9° / 21.1°

wb_sunny 12.4° / 20.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.6 /

water_drop 81.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 13.9° / 21.1°

wb_sunny 12.4° / 20.3°

air 11.6 km/h

water_drop 81.8%

About Saint-Philémon

Saint-Philémon is a parish municipality of about 700 people in the Bellechasse Regional County Municipality in the Chaudière-Appalaches administrative region of Quebec.