Grand to Grand – The US stage race
Just imagine: you set off from the edge of the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, and before you, miles of breathtaking wilderness. Bienvenue au Grand to Grand Ultra, une course mythique où chaque étape est une immersion totale dans les grands espaces – des dunes infinies aux plateaux arides sous un ciel étoilé sans pollution lumineuse. Ici, pas de wifi, mais une vraie digital detox et des émotions inoubliables.
Self-sufficient, you carry all your own equipment, food and clothing, clothing – the organization takes care of the water and sets up camps in the middle of nowhere , where you’ll find conviviality, and a family atmosphere thanks to our caring volunteers. Since 2023, a new category with assistance allows you to concentrate while the organizers carry your bag between each bivouac.
It’s a demanding race, but with 79% of finishers in 10 years, you’ll never be alone: a close-knit community shares advice and encouragement, supported by passionate organizers and a strong commitment to the environment (zero plastic bottles here!). If you’re looking to surpass yourself, forge strong bonds and enjoy an extraordinary experience, the Grand to Grand Ultra is just waiting for you.
Grand to Grand – September 16 to 29, 2025
Day 1 – Travel to the United States
- Departure for Las Vegas (base airport for Paris fare – other airports available)
- Arrival in Las Vegas – hotel transfert
- Night in Las Vegas
Day 2 – Las Vegas and Kanab transfert
- Breakfast
- Sight seeing
- Lunch and dinner at your convenience
- Las Vegas > Kanab
- Night in Kanab
Day 3 – Kanab
- Breakfast
- Lunch and dinner at your convenience
- Night in Kanab
Day 4 – Free tim in Kanab and check In
- Breakfast
- 13:00: Race registration, compulsory medical check and equipment check
- 18:00: Welcome dinner in the park at Kanab
- Night in Kanab
Day 5 – Race Briefing
- 7:30 – Breakfast
- 8:30 : Hotel departure
- 10:00: Gather at the Kane County Tourist Office
- Bring your own luggage (one large suitcase maximum), which will be stored by the organizer during the event.
- Lunch is provided
- First wave of competitors leaves Kanab for Camp 1
- 12:00 p.m.: Last wave of competitors leaves Kanab for Camp 1
- 17:30: Buffet dinner at Camp 1 on the edge of the Grand Canyon. Pre-race briefing.
Day 6 – Stage 1
- 46 km
- Cutt off time 13h
- Night in camp
Day 7 – Stage 2
- 43.3 km
- Cut off time 12h
- Night in camp
Day 8 – Stage 3 – Long stage
- 84,7 km
- Cut off time 34h
- Overnight in camp or race depending on progress
Day 9 – Stage 3
- Long stage continues
- Night in camp
Day 10 – Stage 4
- 41,9 km
- Cut off time 12h
- Night in camp
Day 11 – Stage 5
- 41,9 km
- Cut off time 12h
- Night in camp
Day 12 – Stage 6 and arrival
- 12,3 km
- Cut off time 4h
- 12:30: Transport departs from finish line to Kanab
- 14:00 : Arrival in Kanab and baggage claim
- Hotel check-in
- 6:30 pm: Pre-dinner aperitif
- 7:30 p.m.: Awards ceremony and dinner at Kanab
- Night in Kanab
Day 13 – Return
- 8h30 : Départ de l’autocar pour l’aéroport international Harry Reid
- Return flight
Day 14 – End of the trip
- Arrival at the final airport
- End of the trip
Accommodations
- Hotels and Camps
- Breakfast included only in hotels – self-sufficiency during the race
Map
