Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Alpine Challenge April

Trail Running covering 10 km to 160 km with up to 7,000 m D+ in Falls Creek (Victoria, Australia)

LocationFalls Creek, Victoria, AustraliaShow on map(36.8659° S, 147.2870° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +7,000 m

Alpine Challenge April is an endurance sporting event in Falls Creek, Victoria, AU focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Multi-Day, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including 100 Mile Individual (160 km, +7,000 m D+), 100 Km (100 km, +3,680 m D+), 60 Km (60 km, +1,830 m D+), Trail 42 km (42 km, +600 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +950 m D+), and Trail 16 km (16 km, +608 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (runningwild.net.au).

Official website
Alpine Challenge April in Falls Creek (Work: "Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka" · Photo: Alpsdake · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainMulti-DayHigh AltitudeForest

Races & distances (7)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
100 Mile IndividualTrail Running160 km+7,000 m1,150 m - 4,090 mLoop courseRoute & profile
100 KmTrail Running100 km+3,680 m1,153 m - 2,699 mLoop courseRoute & profile
60 KmTrail Running60 km+1,830 m1,156 m - 1,925 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 42 kmTrail Running42 km+600 m1,159 m - 1,411 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+950 m1,162 m - 1,561 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 16 kmTrail Running16 km+608 m1,150 m - 1,405 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+380 m1,153 m - 1,313 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
160 km
Elevation gain
+7,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-7,000 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 4,090 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.8 % / 15.8 %
Course format
Loop course
160 km+7,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120140FS36.8659° S, 147.2870° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 4,090 m above sea level (+7,000 m D+, -7,000 m D-)

Peak: 4,090 m·at 76.3 km·Ø 8.8 %
1,150 m2,130 m3,110 m4,090 m0 km32 km64 km96 km128 km160 km4,090 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Alpine Challenge April take place?

Alpine Challenge April takes place in Falls Creek, Victoria, AU (start area at coordinates 36.8659° S, 147.287° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Alpine Challenge April?

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including 100 Mile Individual (160 km, +7,000 m D+), 100 Km (100 km, +3,680 m D+), 60 Km (60 km, +1,830 m D+), Trail 42 km (42 km, +600 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +950 m D+), and Trail 16 km (16 km, +608 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Alpine Challenge April?

The main competition (100 Mile Individual over 160 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +7,000 m of elevation gain and -7,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 4,090 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Alpine Challenge April?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (runningwild.net.au).