Cow Mountain at 2,300m and rice terrace valleys — a 50km for true mountain lovers
A demanding 46.7km ultra with 2,800m of gain through the hidden valleys and high ridgelines of Sapa. The course climbs directly to Cow Mountain at 2,300m via singletrack through pine forests and grasslands — one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Vietnam — before a technical descent into Ta Phin village. Riverside trails, the 31 Bridge checkpoint, steep village paths, and a final Mount Silverstone ascent complete a race for those who truly love the mountains. Part of the World Trail Majors Short Series, ITRA 2-point qualifier, and 50K UTMB Index race.
Some ultra experience recommended
Sapa, Lao Cai, VietnamSeptember 19, 2026
Vietnam Mountain Marathon 50km is a point-to-point trail race in Sapa, Lao Cai, Vietnam, held on September 19, 2026. The course covers 46.7 km, climbs 2,424 m, and has an 18h30m cutoff.
Must complete an approved qualifier event within the qualification window
Submission deadline: August 20, 2026
Must have previously completed at least one chip-timed trail race of 20km+ with significant elevation. Loop runs and virtual races do not qualify. Provide a URL to your qualifying result at registration.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 1,501 m | — | ||
Finish Finish | 45.5 | 937 m | 18h30m12:00 AM +1 |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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September is end of Vietnam's monsoon season; trails can be very wet and technical descents become challenging in the wet
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