Kalimpong Ultramarathon 2026

Hill Running in Pedong

The Kalimpong Ultramarathon 2026 is a long-distance endurance running event set in the scenic hill town of Pedong, near Kalimpong, West Bengal, India. Organised by Run With Roshni Foundation (RWRF), this ultra marathon offers several race distances — from shorter hill runs to challenging ultra distances — showcasing the region’s mountainous roads, rolling climbs and captivating Himalayan foothill views.

 Event Details

• Event: Kalimpong Ultramarathon 2026
• Date: 25 April 2026
• Location: Pedong, West Bengal, India (near Kalimpong)
• Organiser: Run With Roshni Foundation (RWRF) — community running and empowerment initiative
• Terrain: Hill and mountainous road running (predominantly paved, ascending and descending routes)

**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate, timely event information, all details, including date, venue, category, and race logistics, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.

Race Distances & Cut-off Times

The race features multiple distances catering to different endurance levels:

10 km Run

• Distance: ~10 km
• Cut-off Time: 1 hr 40 min
• Entry Fee: ₹1,000

25 km Run

• Distance: ~25 km
• Cut-off Time: 8 hrs 30 min
• Entry Fee: ₹1,999

50 km Ultra

• Distance: ~50 km
• Cut-off Time: 8 hrs 30 min
• Entry Fee: ₹3,499

65 km Ultra

• Distance: ~65 km
• Cut-off Time: 11 hrs
• Entry Fee: ₹5,899

Note: A 90 km category offered in earlier editions is not part of the 2026 edition due to insufficient participation in past years.

Course & Route Highlights

• Start / Finish: St. George’s Football Ground, Pedong — next to the taxi stand, approx. 20 km from Kalimpong town.
• Route Type: The course mainly follows smoothly asphalted roads maintained by the Border Roads Organisation, with rolling hills and scenic vistas typical of the Eastern Himalayan foothills.
• Elevation Reference:
• 50 km: ~+807 m
• 65 km: ~+1,267 m
  (Official route recce details provided by organisers.)

Who Should Participate

This race is ideal for:

• Endurance runners seeking longer distances in a scenic hill environment.
• Trail and road runners ready for elevation and rolling climbs.
• Participants looking for a stepping stone to major ultras such as Comrades Marathon prep.