Trail running course through mixed terrain in Zhejiang, CN

Ultra-Trail Mogan by UTMB 20.8K

20.8K·1,016m gain·Moganshan

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Distance20.8K

Gain1,016m

DateApr 2026

Difficulty2/5

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About This Race

A scenic introduction to Moganshan's trail network that offers a taste of the region's bamboo forests and cultural heritage. Perfect for runners new to mountain trails or those seeking a shorter challenge in this distinctive landscape.

Elevation Profile

Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.

The course gains 1,016m over 21km, with the steepest section between km 11–km 11.

Location

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Notable Features

This UTMB World Series event stands out for its integration of ancient Chinese sword-forging culture with challenging mountain terrain. The courses wind through distinctive emerald bamboo forests and cascading tea terraces, offering a uniquely Asian trail running experience that combines natural beauty with deep historical significance.

Other Distances at This Event

46.4K

215m gain

The course explores Moganshan's characteristic landscape of bamboo groves, mountain ridges, and rural villages. Runners encounter extended sections through dense bamboo forests on both established trails and more technical singletrack terrain. The mixed surface includes dirt paths, occasional pavement through villages, and rocky sections that require careful footing. Water and aid stations follow UTMB standards throughout the route.

78.5K

340m gain

The route explores Moganshan's network of mountain trails, moving through the area's signature bamboo forests and agricultural terraces. Runners encounter the varied terrain that characterizes this region: established trails through forested sections, occasional technical rocky passages, and paths that follow historical routes once used by tea traders. The course passes cultural landmarks including sites associated with the area's traditional sword-making industry, adding historical context to the physical challenge. While specific elevation data is not available for this distance, Moganshan's topography ensures continuous ups and downs. The mountain's trails rarely run flat for long, requiring runners to manage both climbs and descents throughout the distance.

112.3K

159m gain

The 112.3-kilometer route navigates the full breadth of the Moganshan range, moving between dense bamboo groves, tea plantation terraces, and mixed forest sections. Technical footing is common throughout, with rooted singletrack, stone staircases dating to the region's villa-building era, and sections of wet rock that require careful attention. The course connects multiple valley systems, creating a profile of sustained climbing and descending rather than a single peak-and-return format. Aid stations are positioned at strategic intervals, with the extended distance requiring runners to manage nutrition and hydration across changing elevations and terrain types. Night running capabilities are essential, as all but the fastest runners will finish after dark. The course markings follow UTMB standards, though runners should be prepared for navigation in low-light conditions and when visibility drops due to fog, which is common in these mountains.