Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Ultra Marathon El Salvador

Trail Running covering 10 km to 100 km with up to 6,020 m D+ in San Ignacio (Chalatenango Department, El Salvador)

LocationSan Ignacio, Chalatenango Department, El SalvadorShow on map(14.3341° N, 89.1730° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +6,020 m

Ultra Marathon El Salvador is an endurance sporting event in San Ignacio, Chalatenango Department, SV focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 100 km (100 km, +6,020 m D+), Trail 80 km (80 km, +4,800 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +2,660 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +950 m D+), Trail 17 km (17 km, +646 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +380 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 (ultramaratonelsalvador.com).

Official website
Ultra Marathon El Salvador in San Ignacio (Work: "Footpath in Riisskov", Photo: RhinoMind, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Footpath in Riisskov" · Photo: RhinoMind · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

ForestNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 100 kmTrail Running100 km+6,020 m1,150 m - 3,678 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 80 kmTrail Running80 km+4,800 m1,153 m - 3,169 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+2,660 m1,156 m - 2,273 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+950 m1,159 m - 1,558 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 17 kmTrail Running17 km+646 m1,162 m - 1,433 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+380 m1,150 m - 1,310 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
100 km
Elevation gain
+6,020 m D+
Elevation loss
-6,020 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,678 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
12 % / 21.6 %
Course format
Loop course
100 km+6,020 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS14.3341° N, 89.1730° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,678 m above sea level (+6,020 m D+, -6,020 m D-)

Peak: 3,678 m·at 31 km·Ø 12 %
1,150 m1,993 m2,835 m3,678 m0 km20 km40 km60 km80 km100 km3,678 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Ultra Marathon El Salvador take place?

Ultra Marathon El Salvador takes place in San Ignacio, Chalatenango Department, SV (start area at coordinates 14.3341° N, 89.173° 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 Ultra Marathon El Salvador?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 100 km (100 km, +6,020 m D+), Trail 80 km (80 km, +4,800 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +2,660 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +950 m D+), Trail 17 km (17 km, +646 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +380 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ultra Marathon El Salvador?

The main competition (Trail 100 km over 100 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,020 m of elevation gain and -6,020 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,678 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 Ultra Marathon El Salvador?

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