Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB®Quito, Ecuador🇪🇨

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About Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026

Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 was a trail race held from Fri, Jul 31, 2026 to Sun, Aug 2, 2026 in Quito, Ecuador.

The 2026 edition is over; registration is closed. The next edition is added to the calendar automatically once the organiser announces a date.

Discover the diversity of Ecuador in six different races. Explore the trails that cross the jungle and the Andes Mountains ending in downtown Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Courses

Course	Distance	Elevation Gain	Km-effort	Course file
76K	76 km	4400 m D+	120	GPX
53K	53 km	2800 m D+	81	GPX
31K	31 km	1600 m D+	47	GPX
20K	20 km	1000 m D+	30	GPX
13K	13 km	850 m D+	22	GPX
6.5K	6.5 km	300 m D+	10

There are 6 courses: 76K (4400 m D+); 53K (2800 m D+); 31K (1600 m D+); 20K (1000 m D+); 13K (850 m D+); 6.5K (300 m D+).

Course map and elevation profile

76K course

53K course

31K course

20K course

13K course

What the weather was on race day

On race day the temperature ran 18°C to 24°C, with 10.8 mm of rain through the day, peak wind 7 km/h (calm).
These figures come from the measurement archive after the race, not from a forecast.
Sunrise 06:18, sunset 18:25.

The race is over. These figures come from the Open-Meteo measurement archive for that day, not from a forecast.

Race briefing

76K course74 km · 5416 m gain · 53% uphill

Steep climb (10%+)
Climb (3-10%)
Flat
Descent
Steep descent (12%+)

The published GPX measures 74 km with 5416 m of climbing, 73 m per km. The course sits between 1191 m and 3759 m of altitude. 46% of the gain sits in the first half.

0-7.6 km: 408 m up / 464 m down; the stretch keeps rolling.
7.6-48 km: 3727 m up / 1175 m down; the stretch climbs.
48-69 km: 1231 m up / 1410 m down; the stretch descends.
69-74 km: 50 m up / 788 m down; the stretch descends.

The race climbs from the gun: 88 m over the first 5 km. Do not chase the crowd, the two minutes you win here get taken back with interest.

The backbone of the course runs from km 8 to km 48: net 2552 m over 40 km at 6% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 33% on the GPX trace, 3727 m of climbing in total with 1175 m given back. It tops out at 3746 m. Heaviest kilometres: km 43 230 m, km 42 213 m, km 45 205 m, km 46 181 m. This is hiking terrain, not running terrain. Walk it with intent and keep your heart rate off the ceiling.

The longest descent starts at km 46 and loses 539 m by km 62 at 3% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 21%. Its length can load the quads, so begin under control and build rhythm only when the ground and visibility allow it. The drop at km 69 averages 30% over its steepest roughly 250 m section; shorten the stride, stay balanced and set speed to the ground instead of braking continuously.

The last 6 km drop 730 m. If anything is left in your legs, spend it here.

The organiser lists 76 km; the published GPX measures 74.3 km. The organiser lists 4400 m of climbing; the published GPX measures 5416 m. The technical course notes use the published GPX measurement.
This course reaches 3759 m. A separate forecast for the high-point coordinate gives 4°C to 16°C, wind up to 14 km/h (a light breeze). It is a daily forecast for that coordinate, so arrival time can still change what you encounter.
Poles are strongly recommended for this profile. The course averages 73 m of gain per km and the longest climb averaging over 5% runs 40 km; if you have trained with them and the organiser allows them, use them on the climbs and stow them on runnable ground.
14% of the course is steep descent. Increase your cadence instead of braking, or your quads go early.
Arrive early for the altitude. The course tops out at 3759 m, and coming up from sea level on race morning costs you more than any training block gains. Get to the area a few days ahead and let your body adjust.
The altitude is not a single summit: about 48 km of the course sits above 1800 m, 39 km above 2400 m, 31 km above 3000 m. The longest unbroken stretch up high is 48 km and the high zone spans roughly km 26 to km 74. About 73% of the total climbing happens in that thin air, so recalibrate your effort to the altitude, not the gradient alone.
Point to point: the finish sits 34.5 km from the start as the crow flies. Sort the shuttle and your drop bag before race day.

Course-profile notes are generated from GPX grade data; terrain, rules, aid stations and weather are added only when separately sourced.

53K course52 km · 3241 m gain · 36% uphill

Steep climb (10%+)
Climb (3-10%)
Flat
Descent
Steep descent (12%+)

The published GPX measures 52 km with 3241 m of climbing, 63 m per km. The course sits between 2683 m and 3755 m of altitude. 62% of the gain sits in the first half.

0-7.5 km: 256 m up / 171 m down; the stretch keeps rolling.
7.5-14 km: 144 m up / 600 m down; the stretch descends.
14-25 km: 1570 m up / 520 m down; the stretch climbs.
25-39 km: 647 m up / 1211 m down; the stretch descends.
39-47 km: 599 m up / 213 m down; the stretch climbs.
47-52 km: 27 m up / 760 m down; the stretch descends.

The first 4.1 km climb 140 m and then drop 118 m. Do not attack the opening climb in the crowd, and do not brake your way down the drop behind it.

The backbone of the course runs from km 14 to km 25: net 1050 m over 11 km at 9% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 33% on the GPX trace, 1570 m of climbing in total with 520 m given back. It tops out at 3740 m. Heaviest kilometres: km 23 219 m, km 21 206 m, km 19 198 m, km 22 184 m. This is hiking terrain, not running terrain. Walk it with intent and keep your heart rate off the ceiling.

The steepest wall stands between km 39 and km 47: net 391 m over 7.9 km at 5% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 50% on the GPX trace, 573 m of climbing in total with 182 m given back. It tops out at 3567 m. Heaviest kilometres: km 43 218 m, km 44 119 m, km 41 77 m, km 47 52 m. By the time you start it, about 81% of the day's climbing is behind you. At this point in the day most runners walk this gradient. Settle into a hiking rhythm and let the metres come.

The longest descent starts at km 23 and loses 532 m by km 39 at 3% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 23%. Its length can load the quads, so begin under control and build rhythm only when the ground and visibility allow it. The drop at km 47 averages 29% over its steepest roughly 250 m section; shorten the stride, stay balanced and set speed to the ground instead of braking continuously.

The last 6 km drop 733 m. If anything is left in your legs, spend it here.

The organiser lists 53 km; the published GPX measures 51.8 km. The organiser lists 2800 m of climbing; the published GPX measures 3241 m. The technical course notes use the published GPX measurement.
This course reaches 3755 m. A separate forecast for the high-point coordinate gives 4°C to 16°C, wind up to 14 km/h (a light breeze). It is a daily forecast for that coordinate, so arrival time can still change what you encounter.
Poles are strongly recommended for this profile. The course averages 63 m of gain per km and the longest climb averaging over 5% runs 11 km; if you have trained with them and the organiser allows them, use them on the climbs and stow them on runnable ground.
The climbing is stacked into the first half. Start easy; even with less climbing later, the descents and accumulated fatigue still have to be managed.
19% of the course is steep descent. Increase your cadence instead of braking, or your quads go early.
Arrive early for the altitude. The course tops out at 3755 m, and coming up from sea level on race morning costs you more than any training block gains. Get to the area a few days ahead and let your body adjust.
The altitude is not a single summit: about 52 km of the course sits above 1800 m, 52 km above 2400 m, 41 km above 3000 m. The longest unbroken stretch up high is 52 km and the high zone spans roughly km 0 to km 52. About 100% of the total climbing happens in that thin air, so recalibrate your effort to the altitude, not the gradient alone.
Point to point: the finish sits 8.2 km from the start as the crow flies. Sort the shuttle and your drop bag before race day.

Course-profile notes are generated from GPX grade data; terrain, rules, aid stations and weather are added only when separately sourced.

31K course30 km · 1825 m gain · 45% uphill

Steep climb (10%+)
Climb (3-10%)
Flat
Descent
Steep descent (12%+)

The published GPX measures 30 km with 1825 m of climbing, 62 m per km. The course sits between 2827 m and 3574 m of altitude. 60% of the gain sits in the first half.

0-9.8 km: 725 m up / 318 m down; the stretch climbs.
9.8-13 km: 185 m up / 497 m down; the stretch descends.
13-17 km: 213 m up / 186 m down; the stretch keeps rolling.
17-25 km: 573 m up / 182 m down; the stretch climbs.
25-30 km: 129 m up / 875 m down; the stretch descends.

The first 2.4 km climb 108 m and then drop 137 m. Do not attack the opening climb in the crowd, and do not brake your way down the drop behind it.

The backbone of the course runs from km 1 to km 10: net 424 m over 9.2 km at 5% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 13%, 716 m of climbing in total with 292 m given back. It tops out at 3468 m. Heaviest kilometres: km 10 129 m, km 7 110 m, km 6 109 m, km 5 87 m. This is hiking terrain, not running terrain. Walk it with intent and keep your heart rate off the ceiling.

The steepest wall stands between km 17 and km 25: net 391 m over 7.9 km at 5% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 42% on the GPX trace, 573 m of climbing in total with 182 m given back. It tops out at 3574 m. Heaviest kilometres: km 21 179 m, km 22 129 m, km 19 74 m, km 20 45 m. Trying to run this costs far more than it saves. Shorten the stride, lean on the poles, keep moving.

The longest descent starts at km 25 and loses 746 m by km 30 at 15% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 24%. Its length can load the quads, so begin under control and build rhythm only when the ground and visibility allow it. The drop at km 10 averages 18% over its steepest roughly 250 m section; shorten the stride, stay balanced and set speed to the ground instead of braking continuously.

The last 3.5 km drop 484 m. If anything is left in your legs, spend it here.

The organiser lists 31 km; the published GPX measures 29.6 km. The organiser lists 1600 m of climbing; the published GPX measures 1825 m. The technical course notes use the published GPX measurement.
This course reaches 3574 m. A separate forecast for the high-point coordinate gives 5°C to 15°C, wind up to 15 km/h (a light breeze). It is a daily forecast for that coordinate, so arrival time can still change what you encounter.
Poles are strongly recommended for this profile. The course averages 62 m of gain per km; if you have trained with them and the organiser allows them, use them on the climbs and stow them on runnable ground.
The climbing is stacked into the first half. Start easy; even with less climbing later, the descents and accumulated fatigue still have to be managed.
20% of the course is steep descent. Increase your cadence instead of braking, or your quads go early.
Arrive early for the altitude. The course tops out at 3574 m, and coming up from sea level on race morning costs you more than any training block gains. Get to the area a few days ahead and let your body adjust.
The altitude is not a single summit: about 30 km of the course sits above 1800 m, 30 km above 2400 m, 28 km above 3000 m. The longest unbroken stretch up high is 30 km and the high zone spans roughly km 0 to km 30. About 100% of the total climbing happens in that thin air, so recalibrate your effort to the altitude, not the gradient alone.
Point to point: the finish sits 8.1 km from the start as the crow flies. Sort the shuttle and your drop bag before race day.

Course-profile notes are generated from GPX grade data; terrain, rules, aid stations and weather are added only when separately sourced.

20K course20 km · 1133 m gain · 41% uphill

Steep climb (10%+)
Climb (3-10%)
Flat
Descent
Steep descent (12%+)

The published GPX measures 20 km with 1133 m of climbing, 58 m per km. The course sits between 2827 m and 3580 m of altitude. 48% of the gain sits in the first half.

The race climbs from the gun: 49 m over the first 1.6 km. Do not chase the crowd, the two minutes you win here get taken back with interest.

The climb between km 0 and km 4: net 251 m over 4.5 km at 6% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 24%, 404 m of climbing in total with 153 m given back. It tops out at 3312 m. Kilometre by kilometre: km 1 51 m, km 2 53 m, km 3 70 m, km 4 133 m. This is hiking terrain, not running terrain. Walk it with intent and keep your heart rate off the ceiling.

The backbone of the course runs from km 7 to km 15: net 400 m over 8.1 km at 5% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 42% on the GPX trace, 585 m of climbing in total with 185 m given back. It tops out at 3578 m. Heaviest kilometres: km 11 194 m, km 12 130 m, km 9 77 m, km 15 44 m. By the time you start it, about 37% of the day's climbing is behind you. Trying to run this costs far more than it saves. Shorten the stride, lean on the poles, keep moving.

The longest descent starts at km 15 and loses 750 m by km 20 at 15% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 24%. Its length can load the quads, so begin under control and build rhythm only when the ground and visibility allow it. The drop at km 4 averages 15% over its steepest roughly 250 m section; shorten the stride, stay balanced and set speed to the ground instead of braking continuously.

The last 2.4 km drop 301 m. If anything is left in your legs, spend it here.

The organiser lists 1000 m of climbing; the published GPX measures 1133 m. The technical course notes use the published GPX measurement.
This course reaches 3580 m. A separate forecast for the high-point coordinate gives 5°C to 15°C, wind up to 15 km/h (a light breeze). It is a daily forecast for that coordinate, so arrival time can still change what you encounter.
Poles are strongly recommended for this profile. The course averages 58 m of gain per km and the longest climb averaging over 5% runs 4.5 km; if you have trained with them and the organiser allows them, use them on the climbs and stow them on runnable ground.
24% of the course is steep descent. Increase your cadence instead of braking, or your quads go early.
Arrive early for the altitude. The course tops out at 3580 m, and coming up from sea level on race morning costs you more than any training block gains. Get to the area a few days ahead and let your body adjust.
The altitude is not a single summit: about 20 km of the course sits above 1800 m, 20 km above 2400 m, 18 km above 3000 m. The longest unbroken stretch up high is 20 km and the high zone spans roughly km 0 to km 20. About 100% of the total climbing happens in that thin air, so recalibrate your effort to the altitude, not the gradient alone.
Point to point: the finish sits 8.2 km from the start as the crow flies. Sort the shuttle and your drop bag before race day.

Course-profile notes are generated from GPX grade data; terrain, rules, aid stations and weather are added only when separately sourced.

13K course12 km · 820 m gain · 40% uphill

Steep climb (10%+)
Climb (3-10%)
Descent
Steep descent (12%+)

The published GPX measures 12 km with 820 m of climbing, 68 m per km. The course sits between 2830 m and 3949 m of altitude. 98% of the gain sits in the first half.

The race climbs from the gun: 140 m over the first 1.5 km. Do not chase the crowd, the two minutes you win here get taken back with interest.

The backbone of the course runs from km 0 to km 5: 765 m over 4.8 km at 16% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 30%. It tops out at 3948 m. Kilometre by kilometre: km 1 111 m, km 2 119 m, km 3 186 m, km 4 243 m, km 5 141 m. Running is not on the menu at this grade; settle into a hike from the bottom and load the poles, short steps.

The longest descent starts at km 5 and loses 1117 m by km 12 at 15% average, its steepest roughly 250 m section averaging 29%. Its length can load the quads, so begin under control and build rhythm only when the ground and visibility allow it.

The last 2 km drop 262 m. If anything is left in your legs, spend it here.

The organiser lists 13 km; the published GPX measures 12.1 km. The technical course notes use the published GPX measurement.
This course reaches 3949 m. A separate forecast for the high-point coordinate gives 3°C to 14°C, wind up to 15 km/h (a light breeze). It is a daily forecast for that coordinate, so arrival time can still change what you encounter.
Consider bringing poles. The course averages 68 m of gain per km and the longest climb averaging over 5% runs 4.8 km; if you have trained with them and the organiser allows them, use them on the climbs and stow them on runnable ground.
The climbing is stacked into the first half. Start easy; even with less climbing later, the descents and accumulated fatigue still have to be managed.
54% of the course is steep descent. Increase your cadence instead of braking, or your quads go early.
Arrive early for the altitude. The course tops out at 3949 m, and coming up from sea level on race morning costs you more than any training block gains. Get to the area a few days ahead and let your body adjust.
The altitude is not a single summit: about 12 km of the course sits above 1800 m, 12 km above 2400 m, 11 km above 3000 m. The longest unbroken stretch up high is 12 km and the high zone spans roughly km 0 to km 12. About 100% of the total climbing happens in that thin air, so recalibrate your effort to the altitude, not the gradient alone.
Point to point: the finish sits 3.2 km from the start as the crow flies. Sort the shuttle and your drop bag before race day.

Course-profile notes are generated from GPX grade data; terrain, rules, aid stations and weather are added only when separately sourced.

Calculators for this race

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Data sources: UTMB World Series, official site (quito.utmb.world) · Last checked: Tue, Oct 13, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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What is Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB®?

Discover the diversity of Ecuador in six different races. Explore the trails that cross the jungle and the Andes Mountains ending in downtown Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

When is Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® takes place on Fri, Jul 31, 2026 - Sun, Aug 2, 2026.

Where does Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® take place?

Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® takes place in Quito, Ecuador.

What are the courses and distances of Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® offers 6 courses: 76K (76 km, 4400 m D+); 53K (53 km, 2800 m D+); 31K (31 km, 1600 m D+); 20K (20 km, 1000 m D+); 13K (13 km, 850 m D+); 6.5K (6.5 km, 300 m D+).

How hard is Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

Difficulty is measured in km-effort: distance plus ascent divided by 100. The 76K course covers 76 km with 4400 m of climbing, which is 120 km-effort and falls in ITRA category L. All courses: 76K 120 km-effort (L), 53K 81 km-effort (M), 31K 47 km-effort (S), 20K 30 km-effort (XS), 13K 22 km-effort (XXS), 6.5K 10 km-effort (XXS).

Is registration for Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 open?

The 2026 edition has taken place; registration is closed. Follow the official site and Yarış Radarı for the next edition: https://yarisradari.com/en/yaris/quito-trail-ecuador-by-utmb

Where are the Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 results?

The Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 result list is published by the organiser at: http://quitobyutmb.livetrail.net/

What is the official website of Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB®?

Official website: https://quito.utmb.world/

Is the Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 course a loop or an out and back?

The 76K course is point to point, finishing 34.5 km from the start; measured from the GPX file it runs 74.3 km. The 53K course is point to point, finishing 8.2 km from the start; measured from the GPX file it runs 51.8 km. The 31K course is point to point, finishing 8.1 km from the start; measured from the GPX file it runs 29.6 km.

Where is the hardest climb at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

The biggest climb on the 76K course runs from km 8 to km 48: 40.1 km for 2552 m at 6% average; its steepest roughly 250 m section averages 33%. It tops out at 3746 m.

How high does Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 go?

The 76K course runs between 1191 m and 3759 m with 5416 m of total climbing. Coming from sea level, arriving a few days early to acclimatise makes a real difference.

Do you need poles at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

The 76K course averages 73 m of gain per km with a longest climb of 40.1 km, so poles help noticeably.

What was the weather like at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

On race day the temperature ran 18°C to 24°C, with 10.8 mm of rain, peak wind 7 km/h. These figures come from the measurement archive.

Is there a GPX file for Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

Yes. The GPX files for the 76K, 53K, 31K, 20K, 13K courses can be downloaded from the course section on this page, next to the route and grade profile.

Which Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® course should you choose?

The shortest option is 6.5K (6.5 km, 300 m D+) and the longest is 76K (76 km, 4400 m D+). With little trail experience the 6.5K is the safer start; the 76K demands an all-day effort and cut-off management.

What are the gradients like at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

The 76K course averages 73 m of climbing per km, with 5416 m of total ascent and 3837 m of descent. The steepest kilometre averages 21%.

How runnable is the Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 course?

This is not a running course in the classic sense: at 73 m of gain per km it demands long hiking blocks, and walking the steep climbs is part of the strategy.

Where is the steepest part of Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

The steepest kilometre of the 76K course averages 21% and sits inside the climb between km 62 and km 69.

How many climbs does Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 have?

The 76K course has 5 distinct climbs. The biggest: km 8-48 (2552 m at 6%); km 62-69 (391 m at 5%); km 4-6 (170 m at 8%).

Is there a long climb at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

Yes. The longest climb runs 40.1 km from km 8, gaining 2552 m at 6% average, topping out at 3746 m.

What are the descents like at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

There is 3837 m of descent in total. The longest drop runs 15.4 km between km 46 and km 62, losing 539 m. About 14% of the course is steep downhill, so the legs need descent training too.

Are there flat sections at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

Partly: about 18% of the course is near flat, the rest climbs or descends.

Is the hard part of Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 early or late?

The climbing is evenly split: 46% of it sits in the first half.

What is the elevation range at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

The lowest point of the 76K course sits at 1191 m and the highest at 3759 m, a range of 2568 m. Conditions change noticeably between the two, so plan clothing in layers.

Where does Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 reach its high point?

The course tops out at 3759 m, reached around km 48.

Are poles mandatory at Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026?

The organiser has not announced a pole requirement. Based on the profile poles help noticeably.

When is Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2027?

The date for Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2027 has not been announced yet. It will appear on this page once the organiser confirms it: https://yarisradari.com/en/yaris/quito-trail-ecuador-by-utmb

Will Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® 2026 take place?

Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB® status: Completed.