# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Grit & Grind Trail Race: Camp Fortune Edition
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Gear up for an intense adventure at the Grit & Grind Trail Race, taking place at Camp Fortune in Gatineau Park. Embrace your inner mountain goat and take your pick of the 5K, 10K and NEW FOR 2026 20K routes and push your limits on stunning, challenging trails. More than just your “ordinary” race, it’s an unforgettable experience! With a 2K kids run, everyone can lace up and join the fun!

Registration: https://www.runottawa.ca/races-and-events/grit-and-grind-trail-race/

Which distance you will tackle?

The Grit & Grind 20K: The full send NEW FOR 2026!

For those who live for the long haul, the 20K course is where endurance meets elevation. It’s two loops of pure Gatineau grit, with steep climbs that test your lungs, flowing singletrack that begs for speed, and the kind of technical descents that make you feel alive. This is your chance to push deep, connect with the terrain, and earn every metre. Cross the finish caked in dirt, smiling, and fully alive because you didn’t just run Camp Fortune, you conquered it. It also includes one of the deepest trail running prize purses in Canadian history.

PLUS as of 2026 the 20K is a UTMB Index Race! The UTMB Index is a performance-based score created by the UTMB World Series to assess the global ranking of trail runners. It is calculated using results from UTMB Index races in four categories: 20K, 50K, 100K, and 100M. A runner must complete at least one race in a given category within the last 24 months to get a valid score for that category, which is then used to qualify for events like the UTMB World Series Finals.  

The following prize purse is available for both the men and women’s fields of The Grit & Grind 20K:

1st – $3,000
2nd – $2,000
3rd – $1,000
4th – $750
5th – $500
6th – $250

High performance athletes requesting more information can reach out to Run Ottawa Elite Athlete Coordinator,  Stephen Andersen.

Grit & Grind 10K: Double the distance, double the thrill

Ready to turn it up a notch? The 10K route is pure Camp Fortune, with rolling climbs, punchy descents, and that unmistakable mix of forest shade and quad burn. You’ll cover a full sampler of Gatineau Park terrain: technical sections, smooth runnable stretches, and views that make every uphill worth it. Whether you’re chasing a time or a thrill, this is a course that rewards rhythm, focus, and guts.

Grit & Grind 5K: Five kilometres of fury

The Grit & Grind 5K may be short, but it’s anything but easy. This route delivers quick climbs, sharp descents, and technical turns that demand focus and reward precision. You’ll weave through Gatineau Park’s pine-lined singletrack and crest viewpoints that remind you why trail running hooks so many runners for life. Fast, gritty, and packed with character, it’s five kilometres of pure trail intensity.

2K Kids Race (ages 7 - 12 years): Small steps, big spirit

The Grit & Grind 2K Kids Race is where the next generation of trail runners finds their footing, and their fun. This short but spirited route at Camp Fortune brings young runners into the adventure with gentle hills, wide trails, and a taste of Gatineau Park’s wild terrain. Every stride builds confidence, every climb earns a cheer, and every finish line is a celebration. It’s all about moving, exploring, and discovering what grit feels like, one joyful kilometre at a time.

Start times:

20K: 8:00am
10K: 8:00 am
5K: 8:30 am
Kids 2K (ages 7-12) : 8:35 am

Included in your registration:

A commemorative Grit & Grind Trail Race medal (unless opting for the Green Bib)
A personalized race bib*
Professional race timing with chip time results available
Post-race snacks and beverages
A sense of accomplishment for rising to the challenge!

*PLEASE NOTE: Only participants who are registered before August 27 will have their names on their bibs.

Optional add-ons to commemorate your race:

Grit & Grind Trail Race technical shirt
iTab ribbon hanger 
Shuttle Bus to and from Camp Fortune $5.00 add on during registration

Our charity partner for this year’s Grit & Grind Trail Race:

Camp Fortune Edition is Sauvetage Bénévole Outaouais – Ottawa Volunteer Search and Rescue (SBO-OVSAR). Their assistance in putting on this event is essential!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chelsea/grit-and-grind-trail-race-camp-fortune-edition/200030418155044
- **Event Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, kids, workshops, nonprofit, charities, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 45

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Chelsea
- **state**: QC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Camp Fortune 300 Dunlop Rd, Chelsea, Quebec J9B 2N3
- **lat**: 45.50997
- **long**: -75.85033
- **full address**: Camp Fortune 300 Dunlop Rd, Chelsea, Quebec J9B 2N3, Canada

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Grit & Grind Trail Race: Camp Fortune Edition being held?
  - **A:** Grit & Grind Trail Race: Camp Fortune Edition takes place on Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 am at Camp Fortune 300 Dunlop Rd, Chelsea, Quebec J9B 2N3, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Grit & Grind Trail Race: Camp Fortune Edition?
  - **A:** Grit & Grind Trail Race: Camp Fortune Edition is organized by Run Ottawa.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Grit & Grind Trail Race: Camp Fortune Edition is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chelsea, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Grit & Grind Trail Race: Camp Fortune Edition sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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