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KOLON SPORT ULTRA-TRAIL® NINGHAI

YNH-25 course guide
through the western mountains.

A practical English guide to the YNH-25 course: stage distances, elevation, cut-off times, terrain, safety, refreshment stations, and fueling advice.

13–15 November 2026Ninghai, Zhejiang, ChinaYNH-25 · 24.8 km
UTNH-100CNH-60YNH-25
Race schedule · travel · accommodation ↗
01 / Event overview

YNH-25.
One mountain system.

Event dates
13–15 Nov
2026
YNH-25 start
07:00 / 07:20 / 07:40
15 Nov
Course distance
24.8 km
+618 m / −618 m
Cut-off
6 hours
from final wave

The YNH-25 course runs through the western mountains of Ninghai, following the Ninghai National Mountaineering Trail and linking historic sites, villages, bamboo groves, tea plantations, forest paths, and rural roads. It is highly runnable overall, while still including technical uphill and downhill sections.

UTNH-100100 km course guide ↗
CNH-6058.8 km course guide ↗
YNH-2524.8 km course guide ↗
YNH-25 / route sequence

West Gate → the western mountains → West Gate

3 stages · 2 checkpoints
STARTWest Gate
CP1Fengshan Village
CP2Tu'aocai
FINISHWest Gate
High-definition route maps and GPX tracks

Download them from the Mini Program in the menu bar of the official WeChat account.

Open source article ↗
02 / YNH-25

Course data at a glance.

The table below consolidates the stage information from the supplied course guide. Distances are cumulative at each checkpoint; gain and loss are stage values. Official event figures: 24.8 km, 618 m elevation gain, 6 hours cut-off.

StageRouteTotalStageGainLossCut-off
Stage 01West Gate → CP1 Fengshan Village9 km9 km+251 m−48 m09:40
Stage 02CP1 Fengshan Village → CP2 Tu’aocai19 km10 km+203 m−403 m11:55
Stage 03CP2 Tu’aocai → Finish · West Gate24.8 km5.8 km+164 m−167 m13:40
03 / Stage by stage

Read the trail before you run it.

Each stage combines a route description with the key terrain, the main risk, the station menu, and a practical fueling note.

Stage 01

West Gate → CP1 Fengshan Village

CP1 · Fengshan Village
09:40
Total distance
9 km
Stage distance
9 km
Elevation gain
+251 m
Elevation loss
−48 m
Cut-off
09:40
Stage course

Follow the flat Xuxiake Avenue for 1 km as a warm-up. Turn left onto the riverside trail and continue for 1.5 km. Run through Caohu Village on mild terrain. At km 6, enter roughly 1 km of ancient footpaths and dirt trails. Follow the winding mountain road on a gentle ascent to CP1, with ancient trail sections featuring stone steps along the way.

Key challenge

Warm-up section. This stage is mostly flat, with only a slight elevation gain.

Terrain overview

Mostly pedestrian paths and paved village roads, with occasional ancient trail sections featuring stone steps.

Safety tips

Slow down on turns because the course can be slippery in the early morning. Use extra caution when crossing the river, watch your footing, and keep a safe distance from runners ahead and behind. Yield when the trail narrows.

Station refreshments

Water & beveragesWater; energy drinks; cola
FruitsBananas; tangerines
SnacksDried fruit; petit French rolls; soda crackers
Special foodsYang Gao, a traditional rice pastry from Ninghai

Nutrition & hydration advice

Consume your first energy gel and hydrate adequately before the start. From 30 minutes after the start, maintain a regular intake of fluids, electrolytes, and energy gels. Adjust your intake to your sweat rate and effort level.

Stage 02

CP1 Fengshan Village → CP2 Tu’aocai

CP2 · Tu’aocai
11:55
Total distance
19 km
Stage distance
10 km
Elevation gain
+203 m
Elevation loss
−403 m
Cut-off
11:55
Stage course

Follow a dirt trail for 1.5 km. Climb past a small reservoir and then enter a paved road. After Datangshan Village, turn onto the ancient trail for 3.5 km and reach Fayun Temple. Alternate between open tractor roads and trails for 2.5 km. Make a final steep descent of approximately 100 m into Tu’aocai Village, then proceed 500 m through the village to CP2.

Key challenge

Continuous ups and downs require runners to alternate between running and walking.

Terrain overview

Dirt trails with continuous ups and downs, mixed with tractor roads and very few road sections. There is a steep descent before the refreshment station.

Safety tips

Watch your footing on dirt trails. The final descent before the station is somewhat steep, so control your pace.

Station refreshments

Water & beveragesWater; energy drinks; cola
FruitsBananas; tangerines; cherry tomatoes; baby cucumbers; watermelon
SnacksDried fruit; gummies; petit French rolls; soda crackers; Zha Cai, a pickle made from mustard-green stems
Special foodsToast with jam; pizza

Nutrition & hydration advice

Maintain a consistent and regular intake of fluids, electrolytes, and pure carbohydrate energy such as gels, bananas, and bread. The final stage is not long but remains physically demanding; refuel adequately and carry a small amount of extra nutrition before leaving the station.

Stage 03

CP2 Tu’aocai → Finish · West Gate

Finish · West Gate
13:40
Total distance
24.8 km
Stage distance
5.8 km
Elevation gain
+164 m
Elevation loss
−167 m
Cut-off
13:40
Stage course

Turn left 500 m from the station and follow the mountain trail for 2.8 km, passing over two hilltops. Take the paved road through Feifeng Mountain Park. Turn right, descend a flight of steps onto the riverside trail, continue for 2.3 km, and finish at West Gate.

Key challenge

Continuous rolling terrain and steep climbs on Feifeng Mountain.

Terrain overview

Approximately 3 km of rolling mountain trails followed by about 2 km of riverside trail leading to the finish.

Safety tips

Watch your footing on descending dirt trails. As you approach the finish, resist the urge to rush and prioritize a safe finish.

Station refreshments

Water & beveragesWater; cola; beer
FruitsCherry tomatoes; blueberries
SnacksNot specified in the source guide.
Special foodsHamburgers

Nutrition & hydration advice

At the finish, retrieve your warm clothes and put them on promptly. Prioritize high-GI pure carbohydrate foods to raise blood sugar quickly and initiate recovery. Gradually add protein, quality fats, and fruit at one-hour intervals. Avoid caffeinated drinks such as cola to support the recovery process.

04 / Training advice

Prepare for changing surfaces.

The Ninghai course offers a diverse range of terrain and frequent changes in surface, which can reduce visual and mental fatigue. It also includes technically demanding uphill and downhill sections. Add regular mountain training to your routine, learn your individual fueling and hydration needs, minimize time spent at refreshment stations, and target the technical weaknesses that matter most to you.

05 / Official channels

Event information.

Title sponsor

KOLON SPORT

Official channels

ninghai100.com
service@skyviewsport.com
contact@gorunasia.com
Official social account: Ninghai Trail Challenge

Source

Translated and reconstructed from the official race guide and the supplied CNH/YNH course materials.