Ultra Obscura

Ultra Obscura takes place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 7:00 AM EDT at Mont Sutton (Rue Maple, Sutton, Quebec, Canada). This mysterious ultra, organized by Sinister Sports, offers distances of 84 km, 66 km, 52 km, 42 km, 24 km, and 10 km — all on pure trail with no asphalt, featuring technical and rugged terrain with breathtaking views of the Sutton Mountains.

Event Logistics & Participant Information:

• Friday Schedule (June 12): Runner registration at 2:00 PM. Pre-race meal at 6:00 PM. Welcome and runner meeting at 8:00 PM. Registration closes at 9:00 PM.
• Race Start: Saturday, June 13, 7:00 AM.
• Cutoff Times: Saturday 5:00 PM (must start loop 4). Sunday 4:00 AM (must start loop 6). Race ends Sunday at 7:00 AM.
• Awards Ceremony: Sunday at 8:00 AM (66 km and 84 km categories).
• Location: Mont Sutton, Quebec — all trails, no asphalt. Technical and rugged terrain requiring maximum concentration.
• Unique Format: Ultra Obscura rewards strategy and decision-making as much as endurance. Not a classic ultra-trail.
• Capacity: Limited to 200 spots available.
• Trail Sustainability: Emphasis on sustainable trail practices to preserve the beauty of Sutton's trails.
• Relay Registration: Team members register individually then join a team. Team creator can activate access code to prevent strangers from joining. Minimum 2 teammates required to form a team.
• Live Tracking: Chronometry updates provided during the race.
• Medical Assistance: Provided by professional paramedics and first responders.
• Contact: Race Headquarters.
• Sponsors: Merrell, Sun River Honey, Fenix, Fast Trax, Tailwind.

Swag, Awards & Community Impact:

• Included in Registration: High-quality technical t-shirt, pre-race meal, free race photos, custom medal, live timing updates, professional medical support.
• Charity Support: A portion of registration fees supports PENS and Plein Air Sutton — contributing to trail maintenance in the region.
• Awards: Presented for all distances once all competitors have completed the next loop (Saturday morning and afternoon). 66 km and 84 km awards at Sunday 8:00 AM.
• Scenic Setting: Breathtaking views of the Sutton Mountains.
• Mysterious Theme: Quebec's most mysterious ultra — where planning and decision-making count as much as physical strength.
• Pure Trail Experience: No asphalt, just raw and rugged trails with a touch of originality.
• Community: Passionate, perfectly organized race atmosphere.
• Kids Race: La Salamandre introduces young athletes to trail running.

Ultra Obscura on June 13, 2026, at Mont Sutton, Quebec, is the province's most mysterious ultra — pure technical trail with no asphalt, strategic decision-making, breathtaking mountain views, and a portion of every entry supporting local trail conservation.