Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Chota Trail

Trail Running covering 15 km to 100 km with up to 7,426 m D+ in Ibarra (Imbabura, Ecuador)

LocationIbarra, Imbabura, EcuadorShow on map(0.3471° N, 78.1324° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +7,426 m

Chota Trail is an endurance sporting event in Ibarra, Imbabura, EC focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 100 km (100 km, +7,426 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +3,713 m D+), Trail 30 km (30 km, +2,833 m D+), and Trail 15 km (15 km, +1,569 m D+). 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 (facebook.com).

Official website
Chota Trail in Ibarra (Work: "Peyto Lake-Banff NP-Canada", Photo: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Peyto Lake-Banff NP-Canada" · Photo: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Lakes & PondsNature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 100 kmTrail Running100 km+7,426 m1,150 m - 4,269 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+3,713 m1,153 m - 2,712 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 30 kmTrail Running30 km+2,833 m1,156 m - 2,346 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 15 kmTrail Running15 km+1,569 m1,159 m - 1,818 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
100 km
Elevation gain
+7,426 m D+
Elevation loss
-7,426 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 4,269 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
14.9 % / 26.8 %
Course format
Loop course
100 km+7,426 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS0.3472° N, 78.1324° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 4,269 m above sea level (+7,426 m D+, -7,426 m D-)

Peak: 4,269 m·at 63.8 km·Ø 14.9 %
1,150 m2,190 m3,229 m4,269 m0 km20 km40 km60 km80 km100 km4,269 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Chota Trail take place?

Chota Trail takes place in Ibarra, Imbabura, EC (start area at coordinates 0.3471° N, 78.1324° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Chota Trail?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 100 km (100 km, +7,426 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +3,713 m D+), Trail 30 km (30 km, +2,833 m D+), and Trail 15 km (15 km, +1,569 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Chota Trail?

The main competition (Trail 100 km over 100 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +7,426 m of elevation gain and -7,426 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 4,269 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 Chota Trail?

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