Hit the trails

If you’re new to running—or easing your way back—you might assume your only option is circling neighbourhood streets. But the mountains are calling, and there’s another path waiting for you: trail running.

Big benefits

One of the biggest advantages is the terrain itself. Trails are softer on your joints than unforgiving concrete or asphalt, easing pressure on knees and shins. They also shift the focus away from speed. With hills, roots, and twists to navigate, you’ll find that trail running is less about pace and more about effort, rhythm, and enjoyment.

The benefits go deeper. Every step on uneven ground strengthens stabilizing muscles in your legs and core, making you a more resilient runner. Mentally, the payoff is even greater: fresh air, forest silence, the crunch of leaves underfoot. Science confirms what every trail runner knows: time outdoors lowers stress and lifts your mood.

Perhaps best of all, trail running comes with a built-in community. Whether you’re power-hiking a climb or cruising along a pine-lined ridge, you’ll find encouragement and camaraderie among fellow runners who value the journey over the stopwatch.

Fall in love with the trails

And what better time than October to begin? Mont-Tremblant’s trail system is almost endless. From Montagne d’Argent to the Domaine Saint-Bernard, Mont-Tremblant National Park, and the mountain itself, each offers breathtaking routes framed by autumn’s spectacular colours. Officially marked and ready for runners, Tremblant’s trails are gearing up for the Tremblant Classic on October 18.

So lace up. Slow down. Let the forest guide your stride. Trail running isn’t just exercise—it’s an invitation to reconnect with nature, your body, and the joy of moving freely through the mountains.