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Everest Trail Race

A six-stage, 170 km Himalayan race in Nepal's Solukhumbu region, reaching 4,104 m with 26,000 m of total ascent and descent.

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Event dates, entry rules, qualification standards, and course details can change. Always verify current information on the official event website before registering or booking travel.

Event Overview

Listed edition overview
DateNov 13-18, 2026
LocationSolukhumbu, Nepal
FormatStage Race
TerrainMountain
RegionAsia
Distance170 km over 6 stages
Course modelPoint-to-point
Elevation gain26,000 m total elevation gain and loss
HighlightsSix Stages, Himalayan High Altitude

Course & Terrain

Six high-altitude mountain stages through the Solukhumbu region, with the wider organizer program running November 9–21.

Key course features to know before comparing this race:

  • Sherpa villages
  • Maximum altitude of 4,104 m

Entry & Logistics

Listed qualification and support details
Registration and feesCheck the official event website for current availability, deadlines, prices, taxes, and refund terms.

Why This Race Matters

Everest Trail Race is a useful reference point for runners comparing stage race events. Its format, terrain, and support model shape the kind of preparation required: not just fitness, but pacing discipline, nutrition planning, foot care, and the ability to make good decisions under fatigue.

Planning Notes

  • Study the mandatory gear list early and rehearse carrying the exact pack weight you expect to use on race day.
  • Train for terrain-specific fatigue. Technical trails and mountain courses demand downhill durability, hiking efficiency, and reliable night lighting.
  • The directory does not mark this as having simpler logistics. Confirm qualification, terrain, support, registration, medical, and withdrawal requirements before planning around it.

Verification & Sources

Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated August 18, 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.

  1. Official Everest Trail Race site — https://www.everesttrailrace.com/en
  2. Official 2026 program — https://www.everesttrailrace.com/en/runners/programm
  3. Multiday Running event directory review scope: August 18, 2026.