Sunday, 4 October 2026 64K | 52K | 30K | 12K Bhowali, Nainital

Nainital Trail Ultra 2026

Experience the beauty and challenge of the Himalayas at Nainital Trail Ultra 2026. The race is set around Chaukhamba Campsite and Huts at Dunikhal, Bhowali, with forest trails, tar-road sections, mountain terrain, and categories for seasoned ultra runners as well as participants looking for a shorter 12KM Nature Run in Uttarakhand.

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Nainital Trail Ultra 2026 registration banner for the Bhowali trail race

Race Overview

UltraWarrior Nainital Trail Ultra returns for its 6th edition with published race categories of 64 km, 52 km, 30 km, and 12 KM Nature Run. The venue is Chaukhamba Campsite and Huts, Dunikhal, Bhowaligaon, Bhowali, Naina Range, Uttarakhand 263132, with registration currently live on BookMyRace.

Race Date

Sunday, 4 October 2026. The BookMyRace event listing shows the event scheduled from 5:00 AM onward, with category flag-offs starting race morning.

Venue

Chaukhamba Campsite and Huts, Dunikhal, Bhowaligaon, Bhowali, Naina Range, Uttarakhand 263132. This is the published start-finish zone for the event.

Terrain

The route is positioned as a Himalayan mountain and forest trail experience with Rati Ghat, Naina Peak, Kainchi Dham trail, and T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road sections depending on category.

Registration Categories

Ticket slabs and category descriptions below are based on the currently published BookMyRace listing for the 2026 edition.

64 km Kainchi Trail Challenge
Rs 6,100

T-shirt, medal, e-certificate, duffle bag, route support every 5 km, pre-run refreshment, post-run hot lunch, and 95% trail route. ITRA certified.

Register 64K
52 km Naina Peak Challenge
Rs 5,000

T-shirt, medal, e-certificate, duffle bag, route support every 5 km, pre and post-run refreshment, and ITRA-certified route with a published cutoff.

Register 52K
30 km Trail Challenge
Rs 4,000

T-shirt, medal, e-certificate, duffle bag, route support every 3 km and 5 km, pre and post-run refreshment, and 100% trail route. ITRA certified.

Register 30K
12 KM Nature Run
Rs 2,500

T-shirt, medal, RFID chip, e-certificate, route support every 3 km and 5 km, pre and post-run refreshment, race photos, and a 100% tar-road non-ITRA nature run format.

Register 12K

Travel, Elevation, and Race Logistics

The event listing includes detailed access notes, elevation profile, race timings, and on-ground rules to help runners plan their trip and category selection.

How to Reach

  • Nearest airport: Pantnagar Airport.
  • Nearest railhead: Kathgodam Railway Station.
  • Bus and taxi options are available from Haldwani and Kathgodam to Bhowali.
  • From the TB Hospital Sanatorium area in Bhowali, the camp is about 8 km away by taxi.

Elevation Notes

  • 64 km published elevation gain: 3560+ meters.
  • 52 km published elevation gain: 3080 meters, including Naina Peak at 8,622 feet.
  • Published minimum elevation: 1700 meters.
  • Published maximum elevation: 2622 meters.

Race Day Timing

  • 64 km flag-off: 5:30 AM with 13:30-hour total cutoff and 52 km mid cutoff in 11:00 hours.
  • 52 km flag-off: 5:30 AM with 11:00-hour total cutoff and 40 km mid cutoff in 9:00 hours.
  • 30 km flag-off: 6:30 AM with 6.5-hour total cutoff.
  • 12 km Nature Run flag-off: 7:00 AM.

Runner Essentials

  • Mandatory carry for 64 km, 52 km, and 30 km: headlamp, water bottle, hydration bag, trekking poles, and running shoes.
  • Runners must carry their own bottle or hydration pack for refill-only aid support.
  • Minimum age: 18 years on race day.
  • No pick-and-drop facility is listed in the published race notes.

Route Breakdown and Eligibility

The latest BookMyRace description breaks the course into trail and tar-road sections, with eligibility checks for the longer categories.

64 km Route

  • 18 km Rati Ghat trail section.
  • 18 km Naina Peak trail section.
  • 16 km Kainchi Dham trail section.
  • 12 km T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road tar-road section.

52 km Route

  • 18 km Rati Ghat trail section.
  • 18 km Naina Peak trail section.
  • 4 km Kainchi Dham trail section.
  • 12 km T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road tar-road section.

30 km and 12 km Routes

  • 30 km: 18 km Rati Ghat trail plus 12 km T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road.
  • 12 km Nature Run: one tar-road section with a 6 km U-turn point on T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road.

Eligibility and Briefing

  • 64 km: prior 52 km UltraWarrior Nainital finish in 10 hours, two full marathons under 6 hours, or one ultra before 15 September 2026.
  • 52 km: prior 52 km UltraWarrior Nainital finish, one full marathon under 6 hours, or one ultra before 15 September 2026.
  • 30 km: one half marathon before 15 September 2026.
  • 12 km: no eligibility criteria listed.
  • Bib collection and event briefing: Saturday, 3 October 2026, 1 PM to 6 PM at Chaukhamba Campsite and Huts.

About the Course

The event copy describes Dhunikhal, Bhowali as a forested mountain setting above sea level, surrounded by oak and rhododendron cover, birding habitats, and scenic trails near Nainital. The long-course categories are positioned as a serious mountain run challenge, while the 12 km Nature Run offers a lighter entry point for participants who want the experience without an ultra distance.

Bhowali Trail Run Nainital Ultra Registration 64K Mountain Trail 52K Naina Peak Challenge 12KM Nature Run Uttarakhand Trail Running

Cancellation and Refund Policy

The event-specific BookMyRace listing publishes a separate cancellation schedule for this race. Please check the final terms during checkout before payment.

Before 60 Days

Eligible for 100% refund of registration fee.

60 to 45 Days

Eligible for 50% refund of registration fee.

44 to 30 Days

Eligible for 25% refund of registration fee. Cancellations inside 30 days are not eligible for refund, and T-shirt cost may be deducted after name printing.

Nainital Trail Ultra 2026 FAQs

What are the categories in Nainital Trail Ultra 2026?
The published categories are 64 km Kainchi Trail Challenge, 52 km Naina Peak Challenge, 30 km Trail Challenge, and 12 KM Nature Run.
Where is the event venue?
The listed venue is Chaukhamba Campsite and Huts, Dunikhal, Bhowaligaon, Bhowali, Naina Range, Uttarakhand 263132.
How do I register?
Use the live BookMyRace registration link on this page, select your category, and complete checkout online.
What is included in the registration?
The listing mentions an UltraWarrior T-shirt, running bib, RFID chip, medal, e-certificate, route support, pre and post-run refreshments, and race photos. Longer categories include trail certification and category-specific cutoff rules.