India's coffee country trail circuit — 50KM through the Western Ghats
An intermediate challenge for experienced road runners entering the world of trail ultras, the 50KM Day edition traverses a single loop with 1705m of climbing through Western Ghats coffee estates. Mostly non-technical terrain with well-spaced aid stations makes this a rewarding test of endurance in a stunning natural setting.
Some ultra experience recommended
Mallanduru, Karnataka, IndiaNovember 28, 2026
Must meet custom qualifier requirements within the qualification window
Qualifying window: January 01, 2026 – November 07, 2026
Submission deadline: November 07, 2026
Meet one of: (1) previous Malnad Ultra finisher, any edition and distance; (2) Full Marathon under 5:30 at an officially timed event in 2026; (3) ITRA Performance Index > 275; (4) trail run of 30KM+ finished within cutoff in 2026; or (5) 50KM Stadium Run under 7 hours in 2026. Submit proof as an online link by November 7, 2026.
| Location | km | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 1,136 m |
Aid Station 1 Aid Station | 7.0 | 1,295 m |
Water Point 1 Resource | 10.3 | 1,231 m |
Aid Station 2 Aid Station | 17.0 | 0 m |
Water Point 2 Resource | 21.4 | 0 m |
Major Aid Station Aid Station | 25.0 | 1,194 m |
Aid Station 4 Aid Station | 30.0 | 0 m |
Water Point 3 Resource | 35.2 | 0 m |
Aid Station 5 Aid Station | 37.9 | 0 m |
Aid Station 6 Aid Station | 44.7 | 0 m |
Finish Finish | 50.0 | 1,168 m |
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Weather is unpredictable in the Malnad/Western Ghats region; post-monsoon showers possible in November
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