Short Course Races
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January: South Africa
Short Course: Table Mountain Loop (10km, 700m+)
A scenic loop trail ascending one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature, Table Mountain, offering panoramic views of Cape Town, the Atlantic Ocean, and surrounding peaks.
Start & End Point: Table Mountain Lower Cableway Station
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January: Ushuaia, Argentina
Short Course: Martial Glacier Trail Run (10km, 800m+)
A thrilling trail run ascending to the Martial Glacier, offering panoramic views of Ushuaia, the Beagle Channel, and surrounding mountains.
Start & End Point: Martial Glacier Trailhead
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February: Ecuador
Short Course: Polichaski 5K (5km, 1100m+)
A steep and demanding 5km trail run ascending to the Polichaski viewpoint, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding Andean mountains and valleys.
Start Point: Polichaski Trailhead (bottom of steps) Bosque Miraflores
End Point: Plaza de Caballos -
February: Blue Mountains, Australia
Short Course: Three Sisters Loop Trail (10km, 500m+)
A picturesque loop trail showcasing the iconic Three Sisters rock formation, with sweeping views of the Jamison Valley and surrounding Blue Mountains landscape.
Start & End Point: Echo Point, Katoomba
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March: New Zealand
Short Course: Tongariro Alpine Crossing Trail Run (15km, 800m+)
A challenging trail run along the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing, featuring volcanic landscapes, emerald lakes, and panoramic views of the Tongariro National Park.
Start & End Point: Mangatepopo Car Park
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March: Southern California, USA
Short Course: Griffith Park Trail Run (10km, 300m+)
A scenic trail runs through Griffith Park, offering sweeping views of the Los Angeles skyline, iconic landmarks such as the Hollywood Sign, and diverse ecosystems including oak woodlands and chaparral.
Start & End Point: Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round parking lot
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April: Everest
Short Course: Namche Trail 8K (8km, 1000m+)
A spectacular tour of the steep trails above Namche, with spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and countless other snowcaps.
Start & End Point: Namche Bazaar, Lower Stupa
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April: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Short Course: Huay Kaew Waterfall Trail Run (10km, 300m+)
A scenic trail runs along the Huay Kaew Waterfall Trail, offering refreshing waterfall views, lush jungle landscapes, and glimpses of local wildlife.
Start & End Point: Chiang Mai Zoo Parking Lot
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May: Khumbu Mountain Trail
Short Course: Kala Patthar Sky Race - 4km, 420m+
A high-octane, full-gas ripper up the classic 5600m peak, directly across from Mt. Everest. This popular hike features one of the best views in the entire Himalaya.
Start & End: Gorak Shep / Kala Patthar Signpost
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May: Flagstaff, Arizona, USA
Short Course: Mt. Humphreys Climb (8km, 1000m+)
A challenging trail run ascending to the summit of Mt. Humphreys, offering panoramic views of the surrounding Coconino National Forest, San Francisco Peaks, and Sedona Red Rocks.
Start Point: Arizona Snowbowl Ski Resort
End Point: Mt. Humphreys Summit -
June: Patagonia, Argentina
Short Course: Fitz Roy Viewpoint Trail (8km, 400m+)
A scenic trail run offering panoramic views of the iconic Cerro Fitz Roy and surrounding peaks, with a rewarding ascent to the Fitz Roy Viewpoint.
Start & End Point: El Chaltén, Hostería El Pilar
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June: Colorado
Short Course: Rippin’ 10K
The only ITWS race on asphalt, this is a super-fast 10K with an average grade of -5% and spectacular views of the rockies. The perfect place to sang a PR!
Start point: 1km uphill from Echo Mountain Ski Resort
End point: Hick’s Mountain Overlook Trail Parking lot -
July: Colombia
Short Course: Cocora Valley Trail Run (10km, 500m+)
A scenic trail run through the picturesque Cocora Valley, known for its towering wax palm trees, lush cloud forests, and panoramic mountain views.
Start & End Point: Cocora Valley Trailhead
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July: Canada
Short Course: Johnston Canyon Trail Run (10km, 300m+)
A scenic trail run through Johnston Canyon, showcasing turquoise blue waterfalls, ancient limestone cliffs, and lush forest scenery.
Start & End Point: Johnston Canyon Trailhead
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August: Peru
Short Course: Puerta del Sol Sky Race (15km, 1200m+)
A thrilling sky race to Puerta del Sol (Inti Punku), the Sun Gate of Machu Picchu, featuring steep ascents, rocky terrain, and breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley.
Start Point: Ollantaytambo Bridge, Puerta del Sol Trailhead
End Point: Puerta del Sol -
August: Chamonix, France
Short Course: Chamonix Vertical Kilometer (VK) (3.8km, 1000m+)
A challenging vertical kilometer race ascending the slopes across from Mont Blanc, offering stunning views of the Chamonix Valley and surrounding peaks.
Start & End Point: Chamonix Town Center
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September: New England, USA
Short Course: Mount Monadnock Trail Run (10km, 700m+)
A scenic trail run ascending to the summit of Mount Monadnock, offering panoramic views of the Monadnock Region and surrounding New England landscape.
Start & End Point: Monadnock State Park Headquarters
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September: Spain
Short Course: Montserrat Sky Race (15km, 1000m+)
A thrilling sky race around the iconic Montserrat mountain, featuring steep ascents, technical trails, and breathtaking views of the monastery and surrounding landscapes.
Start & End Point: Montserrat Monastery
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October: Mexico
Short Course: Nevado de Toluca Trail Run (15km, 1000m+)
A scenic trail run around the crater of Nevado de Toluca, offering panoramic views of the surrounding volcanic landscape and the two crater lakes.
Start & End Point: Nevado de Toluca National Park entrance
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October: Nepal
Short Course: Gokyo Ri Skyrace (4km, 600m+)
A thrilling sky race ascending to the summit of Gokyo Ri, offering breathtaking views of the Gokyo Valley, Ngozumpa Glacier, and surrounding Himalayan peaks.
Start & End Point: Gokyo Village
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November: Hawaii
Short Course: Pipiwai Trail Run (10km, 300m+)
A scenic trail run along the Pipiwai Trail in Haleakalā National Park, featuring bamboo forests, waterfalls, and panoramic vistas of the southeastern coast of Maui.
Start & End Point: Pipiwai Trailhead
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November: Japan
Short Course: Mt. Takao Sky Race (11km, 700m+)
A thrilling sky race ascending to the summit of Mt. Takao, offering panoramic views of Tokyo and the surrounding mountains, along with a blend of nature and Japanese culture.
Start & End Point: Mt. Takao Trailhead
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December: Santiago, Chile
Short Course: Cerro Provincia Trail Run (12km, 2000m+)
A challenging trail run ascending to the summit of Cerro Provincia, offering stunning views of Santiago and the surrounding mountains.
Start Point: Av La Plaza
End Point: Summit Cerro Provincia -
December: Brazil
Short Course: Pedra Bonita Trail Run (15km, 800m+)
A scenic trail run ascending to the summit of Pedra Bonita, offering panoramic views of the Tijuca Forest, Rio de Janeiro coastline, and iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer.
Start & End Point: Pedra Bonita Trailhead