Nainital Trail Ultra
Your information hub for Nainital Trail Ultra: the race, the practical details and the results, together in one place.
Event overview
| Event | Nainital Trail Ultra |
|---|---|
| Edition status | Past edition · results archive |
| Date | 2026 edition · 2 October 2026 |
| Location | Bhowali, Nainital · Uttarakhand |
| Categories | 64K / 52K / 30K / 12K |
| Organiser | Rungreen / UltraWarrior |
The 2026 sixth edition took place on 2 October. Details below describe that edition; a future edition has not been announced here.
Categories & cutoffs
| Category | Flag-off | Total cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 64K Kainchi Trail Challenge | 5:30 AM | 13 h 30 min |
| 52K Naina Peak Challenge | 5:30 AM | 11 hours |
| 30K Trail Challenge | 6:30 AM | 6 h 30 min |
| 12K Nature Run | 7:00 AM | Not specified in the existing event notes |
Course & route
| 64K route | 18K Rati Ghat trail + 18K Naina Peak trail + 16K Kainchi Dham trail + 12K T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road. Published gain: 3,560+ m. |
|---|---|
| 52K route | 18K Rati Ghat trail + 18K Naina Peak trail + 4K Kainchi Dham trail + 12K T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road. Published gain: 3,080 m. |
| 30K route | 18K Rati Ghat trail + 12K T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road. |
| 12K Nature Run | Tar-road course on T.B. Sanatorium Hospital Road with a 6K turnaround. |
| Elevation range | Published range: 1,700–2,622 m. |
Schedule & bib collection
| Bib collection & briefing | Archived bib collection and briefing details have not been reconfirmed. |
|---|---|
| Race day | 2 October 2026 |
| Flag-offs | See category table above |
| Mid cutoffs | 64K: 52K checkpoint in 11 hours. 52K: 40K checkpoint in 9 hours. |
Runner information
Mandatory equipment & hydration
For 64K, 52K and 30K: headlamp, water bottle, hydration bag, trekking poles and running shoes. Carry your own bottle or hydration pack for refill-only aid support. Minimum age: 18 on race day.
2026 eligibility
- 64K: prior 52K UltraWarrior Nainital finish within 10 hours, two full marathons under 6 hours, or one ultra before 15 September 2026.
- 52K: prior 52K UltraWarrior Nainital finish, one full marathon under 6 hours, or one ultra before 15 September 2026.
- 30K: one half marathon before 15 September 2026.
- 12K: no prior-race eligibility criteria listed.
Runner support
The 2026 category information lists a T-shirt, medal, e-certificate, route support and refreshments. Category-specific inclusions differ; refer to the original edition guide for the full record.
Venue & travel
| Start / finish | Chaukhamba Campsite and Huts, Dunikhal, Bhowaligaon, Bhowali, Naina Range, Uttarakhand 263132 |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Pantnagar |
| Rail connection | Kathgodam; onward taxi via Haldwani / Bhowali |
| Transfers | No pick-and-drop facility listed for the 2026 edition. |
Registration & fees
The 2026 race date has passed. Registration information for the next edition is to be announced.
Results & past editions
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From the Nainital archive.
Forest trails, determined runners and finish-line celebrations. A look back at a past Nainital Trail Ultra edition.
Race policies & support
Edition-specific race rules, cancellation conditions and runner instructions take precedence. For queries, contact support@rungreen.in or +91 88876 08236.