Sunday, 4 October 2026 64K | 52K | 30K | 15K 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 in Bhowali, with scenic forest trails, mountain terrain, and categories for both seasoned ultra runners and participants looking for a shorter adventure day in Uttarakhand.

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Race Overview

UltraWarrior Nainital Trail Ultra returns for its 6th edition with published race categories of 64 km, 52 km, 30 km, and 15 km. 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 high-elevation terrain, scenic jungle sections, and long endurance climbs.

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
15 km Walk Run
Rs 2,500

T-shirt, medal, e-certificate, duffle bag, route support, pre and post-run refreshment, and a shorter non-ITRA participation format.

Register 15K

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-hour total cutoff and 52 km mid cutoff in 10 hours.
  • 52 km flag-off: 5:30 AM with 10.5-hour total cutoff and 43 km mid cutoff in 8.5 hours.
  • 30 km flag-off: 6:30 AM with 6.5-hour total cutoff.
  • 15 km walk-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.

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 15 km category offers a lighter entry point for participants who want the experience without an ultra distance.

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Nainital Trail Ultra 2026 FAQs

What are the categories in Nainital Trail Ultra 2026?
The published categories are 64 km, 52 km, 30 km, and 15 km. The 64 km and 52 km are the main long ultra categories, followed by a 30 km trail challenge and a 15 km walk-run option.
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 a personalized UltraWarrior T-shirt, running bib, pre-run carb loading or refreshment depending on category, post-run refreshment, medal, e-certificate, route support, and event photos.