THE COFFEE TRAILS COORG 2026

THE COFFEE TRAILS COORG 2026 – 4TH EDITION

Event Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026
Start Time: 7:00 AM
Venue: Nalknad Palace, Yevakapadi, Madikeri, Coorg, Karnataka
Organizer: Grand Indian Trails (GrIT)
Event Type: Trail Running / Mountain Ultra

EVENT OVERVIEW

The Coffee Trails 2026 is the 4th edition of the trail-running event in Coorg, taking runners through the region's famous coffee estates, forests, hills and mountain trails.

The route covers some of Coorg's most prominent peaks, including Thadiandamol — the tallest peak in Coorg — Kabbe and Chomakund. Participants can choose between three challenging trail distances, with elevation gains ranging from 710 metres to 2,818 metres.

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

1. 11K Trail Run

• Distance: 11 KM
• Format: Trail Run
• Elevation Gain: 710 M
• Highest Altitude: 1,697 M
• Cut-off Time: 3 Hours
• ITRA Points: 0
• Registration Fee: ₹1,950

2. 31K Trail Run

• Distance: 31 KM
• Format: Trail Run
• Elevation Gain: 1,411 M
• Highest Altitude: 1,342 M
• Cut-off Time: 8 Hours
• ITRA Points: 2
• Registration Fee: ₹3,750

3. 62K Ultra Trail

• Distance: 62 KM
• Format: Ultra Trail Run
• Elevation Gain: 2,818 M
• Highest Altitude: 1,342 M
• Cut-off Time: 13 Hours
• ITRA Points: 3
• Registration Fee: ₹5,950

CURRENT REGISTRATION FEES

• 11K Trail Run – ₹1,950
• 31K Trail Run – ₹3,750
• 62K Ultra Trail – ₹5,950

TRAIL & TERRAIN

The Coffee Trails takes runners through:

• Coffee plantations
• Forest trails
• Mountain slopes
• Grass-covered hill sections
• Mud and stone trails
• Western Ghats terrain
• Thadiandamol
• Kabbe
• Chomakund

The organizers describe sections ranging from relatively comfortable stone and mud trails to difficult grassy hill sections. Because of the monsoon conditions in Coorg, parts of the trail can also become slippery.

ELEVATION & DIFFICULTY

11K: +710 M elevation
31K: +1,411 M elevation
62K: +2,818 M elevation

The event is substantially different from a conventional road marathon. Participants should be prepared for steep climbs, uneven surfaces, slippery sections and prolonged time on mountain trails.

RACE-DAY EXPERIENCE

Participants can experience:

• Running through Coorg's coffee estates
• Western Ghats mountain trails
• Forest sections
• Multiple significant climbs
• Views of Coorg's hills and valleys
• Technical and uneven trail sections
• Ultra-distance endurance challenge
• A close-to-nature running environment

PARTICIPANT INCLUSIONS

Participants typically receive:

• Official Race BIB
• Timing Support
• Finisher Medal
• Event T-Shirt
• Digital Timing Certificate
• Aid Stations on the Course
• Medical Support
• Post-Race Refreshments

MANDATORY GEAR

Runners are advised to carry:

• Trail Running Shoes with good grip
• Hydration Capacity – minimum 1 litre recommended
• Energy Nutrition / Gels
• Mobile Phone
• Windproof / Rain Jacket
• Headlamp – for longer categories if specified
• Personal Medication

TIMING & CERTIFICATION

The event publishes individual cut-off times for each distance.

• 11K – 3 hours
• 31K – 8 hours
• 62K – 13 hours

The event also lists ITRA points for the longer trail categories.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

The Coffee Trails is primarily designed for runners interested in trail running, mountain running and ultra-distance endurance events.

It is particularly suited to:

• Experienced trail runners
• Ultra runners
• Mountain-running enthusiasts
• Endurance athletes
• Runners looking for a Western Ghats challenge
• Experienced road runners transitioning to trails

Participants should be prepared for significant elevation gain and uneven mountain terrain.

BIB COLLECTION / EXPO DETAILS

Bib Collection Date: Yet to be announced
Bib Collection Venue: Yet to be announced
Bib Collection Timings: Yet to be announced

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

• Event Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026
• Venue: Nalknad Palace, Yevakapadi, Madikeri, Karnataka
• Event Start: 7:00 AM
• Organizer: Grand Indian Trails
• Distances: 11K, 31K and 62K
• 11K elevation: 710 M
• 31K elevation: 1,411 M
• 62K elevation: 2,818 M
• 11K cut-off: 3 hours
• 31K cut-off: 8 hours
• 62K cut-off: 13 hours

CANCELLATION & TRANSFER POLICY

The current registration information states that cancellations are not eligible for a refund or transfer to another runner, except if the event itself is cancelled.

Participants may request to carry their entry forward to a future edition or transfer it to another event in the Grand Indian Trails series, subject to the organizer's process and approval.