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KOLON SPORT ULTRA-TRAIL® NINGHAI

CNH-60 course guide
through the western mountains.

A detailed English guide to the CNH-60 course: stage distances, elevation, cut-off times, terrain, safety, refreshment stations, and fueling advice.

13–15 November 2026Ninghai, Zhejiang, ChinaCNH-60 · 58.8 km
UTNH-100CNH-60YNH-25
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01 / Event overview

CNH-60.
One mountain system.

Event dates
13–15 Nov
2026
CNH-60 start
06:00 / 06:20
13 Nov
Course distance
58.8 km
+2,400 m / −2,400 m
Cut-off
14 hours
from final wave

The CNH-60 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, but several sections become steep, technical, or demanding after dark.

UTNH-100100 km course guide ↗
CNH-6058.8 km course guide ↗
YNH-2524.8 km course guide ↗
CNH-60 / route sequence

West Gate → the western mountains → West Gate

7 stages · 6 checkpoints
STARTWest Gate
CP1Fengshan
CP2Wailiao
CP3Baisha Forest Farm
CP4Liliao
CP5Fengshan
CP6Tu'aocai
FINISHWest Gate
High-definition route maps and GPX tracks

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Open source article ↗
02 / CNH-60

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: 58.8 km, 2,400 m elevation gain, 14 hours cut-off.

StageRouteTotalStageGainLossCut-off
Stage 01West Gate → CP1 Fengshan Village9.2 km9.2 km+251 m−48 m08:05
Stage 02CP1 Fengshan Village → CP2 Wailiao16.4 km7.2 km+486 m−322 m09:50
Stage 03CP2 Wailiao → CP3 Baisha Forest Farm26.4 km10 km+596 m−207 mNo cut-off listed
Stage 04CP3 Baisha Forest Farm → CP4 Liliao33.9 km7.5 km+253 m−570 m14:05
Stage 05CP4 Liliao → CP5 Fengshan Village43.1 km9.2 km+436 m−651 m16:30
Stage 06CP5 Fengshan Village → CP6 Tu’aocai53 km9.9 km+214 m−435 m18:50
Stage 07CP6 Tu’aocai → Finish · West Gate58.8 km5.8 km+164 m−167 m20:20
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
08:05
Total distance
9.2 km
Stage distance
9.2 km
Elevation gain
+251 m
Elevation loss
−48 m
Cut-off
08:05
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
FruitsBananas
SnacksDried fruit; petit French rolls
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 Wailiao

CP2 · Wailiao
09:50
Total distance
16.4 km
Stage distance
7.2 km
Elevation gain
+486 m
Elevation loss
−322 m
Cut-off
09:50
Stage course

Descend 1 km along an ancient stone-paved path, then turn left onto a short road section. Descend 1 km on a steep dirt trail, cross under a bridge, and continue for 1 km on the provincial road. Follow a gentle uphill cement road for 1 km in the Lianghuang Mountain Scenic Area. Turn right into the mountains for a sustained 1.7 km climb, the first serious ascent of the course. Descend briefly to reach CP2.

Key challenge

Sustained climbs and descents on Lianghuang Mountain, with relatively steep and narrow sections.

Terrain overview

A higher proportion of ancient trail and dirt-track sections, interspersed with a few road sections.

Safety tips

Watch the course markings after leaving the refreshment station. Morning dew can make stone-paved paths slippery; control your speed on descents and maintain a safe distance from other runners.

Station refreshments

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

Nutrition & hydration advice

Use the refreshment station for fueling and hydration. In the early stages, blood flow is directed mainly to the skeletal muscles and you may not feel hungry. Avoid solid meal-type foods such as rice, bread, and meat when possible to reduce digestive load.

Stage 03

CP2 Wailiao → CP3 Baisha Forest Farm

CP3 · Baisha Forest Farm
No cut-off listed
Total distance
26.4 km
Stage distance
10 km
Elevation gain
+596 m
Elevation loss
−207 m
Cut-off
No cut-off listed
Stage course

Climb 1.4 km along the dirt trail leading out from the refreshment station, with tractor-road sections, gaining about 190 m. Continue with a gentle 5 km ascent along a tractor road. Descend about 2 km, passing a garden, then climb 1.5 km along a forest trail, gaining about 200 m, to reach CP3 Baisha Forest Farm.

Key challenge

Sustained gradual climbs on tractor roads, with numerous forks where runners must pay attention to course markings.

Terrain overview

Well-maintained dirt tractor roads, with primitive trails offering beautiful views.

Safety tips

Follow course markings and volunteer instructions after leaving the station to avoid going off route.

Station refreshments

Water & beveragesWater; energy drinks; cola
FruitsBananas; tangerines
SnacksDried fruit; gummies; petit French rolls; soda crackers
Special foodsElectrolyte tablets; meat-stuffed steamed buns; brown-sugar steamed buns; seaweed soup; plain porridge; fried pickles; peanuts

Nutrition & hydration advice

With limited shade and highly runnable terrain, replenish electrolytes and energy while running continuously. Avoid overconsuming solid meal-type foods such as rice, bread, and meat to reduce digestive load.

Stage 04

CP3 Baisha Forest Farm → CP4 Liliao

CP4 · Liliao
14:05
Total distance
33.9 km
Stage distance
7.5 km
Elevation gain
+253 m
Elevation loss
−570 m
Cut-off
14:05
Stage course

Climb 1.8 km to the summit of Da Duan Zhu, the highest point of the course. Descend 3.3 km to the Mo Shi Cang Farmhouse. Turn left onto a tractor road and continue for 2.4 km, including a river crossing with a 60 m climb and two descents through road and dirt-trail sections, then reach CP4 Liliao.

Key challenge

Continuous climbing and sustained descending will test muscular endurance. The sections leading to and descending from Da Duan Zhu are relatively steep.

Terrain overview

A small number of forest paths, with about 80% of the course consisting of primitive dirt trails and paths.

Safety tips

Control your pace near the summit of Da Duan Zhu. Watch your footing during the second half of the continuous descent to avoid slipping.

Station refreshments

Water & beveragesWater; energy drinks; cola
FruitsBananas; tangerines; watermelon
SnacksDried fruit; gummies; petit French rolls; soda crackers; Zha Cai
Special foodsElectrolyte tablets; Mai Bing wheat cakes; chicken noodle soup; plain porridge; fried pickles

Nutrition & hydration advice

This is the key challenge of CNH-60, with significant physical demands. Refuel, rehydrate, and replenish electrolytes adequately before leaving the station.

Stage 05

CP4 Liliao → CP5 Fengshan Village

CP5 · Fengshan Village
16:30
Total distance
43.1 km
Stage distance
9.2 km
Elevation gain
+436 m
Elevation loss
−651 m
Cut-off
16:30
Stage course

Follow the gentle uphill mountain trail leading out from the station and then descend, covering a total of 2 km. Take the road, climb 80 m, and turn onto a traversing mountain trail for about 3–4 km. Pass a reservoir and go under a bridge, then climb another 200 m to return to Fengshan Village, CP5.

Key challenge

Rolling terrain on primitive dirt trails.

Terrain overview

Mostly traversing dirt trails and paths, with a small number of paved surfaces and ancient stone-paved paths.

Safety tips

There are few sustained climbs, but the cumulative elevation change is significant. Descents are mostly narrow technical trails; control your pace and watch for rocks and branches. Carry adequate personal supplies.

Station refreshments

Water & hot drinksWater; energy drinks; cola; brown-sugar water
FruitsBananas; tangerines; fragrant pears
SnacksDried fruit; gummies; petit French rolls; soda crackers; Zha Cai
Special foodsSoup dumplings; Mai Jiao Tong wheat-flour stuffed rolls; roasted potatoes; steamed pumpkins; boiled eggs; plain porridge; fried pickles; electrolyte tablets; energy gels

Nutrition & hydration advice

Stay hydrated and replenish electrolytes. While ensuring adequate hydration, rely mainly on easy-to-digest pure carbohydrate foods such as energy gels, bananas, and bread.

Stage 06

CP5 Fengshan Village → CP6 Tu’aocai

CP6 · Tu’aocai
18:50
Total distance
53 km
Stage distance
9.9 km
Elevation gain
+214 m
Elevation loss
−435 m
Cut-off
18:50
Stage course

Follow a dirt trail for 1.5 km. Climb past a small reservoir and 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 about 100 m into Tu’aocai Village, then run 500 m through the village to CP6.

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 station.

Safety tips

Watch your footing on dirt trails. The final descent is somewhat steep, and many runners will reach this section at dusk; control your pace.

Station refreshments

Water & hot drinksWater; energy drinks; cola; brown-sugar water
FruitsBananas; tangerines; cherry tomatoes
SnacksDried fruit; gummies; petit French rolls; soda crackers; Zha Cai
Special foodsToast with jam; tomato and beef with rice

Nutrition & hydration advice

Maintain a consistent intake of fluids, electrolytes, and pure carbohydrate energy. Although the final stage to CP6 is not long, it remains physically demanding; refuel adequately and carry a small amount of extra nutrition before leaving.

Stage 07

CP6 Tu’aocai → Finish · West Gate

Finish · West Gate
20:20
Total distance
58.8 km
Stage distance
5.8 km
Elevation gain
+164 m
Elevation loss
−167 m
Cut-off
20:20
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 at night. As you approach the finish, resist the urge to rush and prioritize a safe finish.

Station refreshments

Water & hot drinksWater; cola; beer; hot water
FruitsCherry tomatoes; blueberries
SnacksNot specified in the source guide.
Special foodsBeef and potato stew rice bowl; Yang Gao, a traditional rice pastry from Ninghai; Liu, a traditional soup from Ninghai

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 recovery.

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. Build regular mountain training into 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. The long, technical descent around Da Duan Zhu and the Liliao–Fengshan section places particular demands on core strength and muscular endurance.

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.