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The Philippine Mountain Trail (PMT) is a part of the inaugural Philippine Mountain Trail Festival (PMTF) 2025 and offers a range of race distances from 5km to 23km that cater to all levels of fitness and experience allowing runners the thrill of conquering mountain trails while immersing themselves in the breathtaking beauty of nature and where 23 km runners may even witness the ethereal sea of clouds, traverse enchanting hanging bridges, pass by picturesque rice paddies, and soak in the awe-inspiring vistas that unfold along the captivating route.
Date
Apr 12, 2026, 4:00 PM - May 4, 2026, 4:00 PM
Location
the Philippines
Organizer
Intrepid Spirit
Status
Type
Sep 10, 2026 – Jan 9, 2027
TRAIN FOR VJ100 Ultra Trail Challenge 2027 WITH WAYME Event: Jan 9, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 The VJ100 Ultra Trail Challenge (VJ100 UTC) takes you on a twisted journey through the best-known – and some long-forgotten – trails of the Camp John Hay Forest Reservation in Baguio City, Philippines. Even seasoned trail runners who know these paths well will find a few gnarly surprises waiting. Beautiful but beastly, VJ100 UTC challenges you to survive a pine-tree-clad paradise on an endurance course no runner can ever fully prepare for. Every category – from the soft rolling trails of the 5K to the relentless ascents and descents of the full 100KM – is built on a signature 10KM Camp John Hay loop, repeated for the 20KM, 50KM, and 100KM distances. Along the way you’ll learn the real meaning of “challenge".
Sep 15, 2026 – Jan 9, 2027
TRAIN FOR Baguio Backyard Ultra WITH WAYME Event: Jan 7, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 A New Name. The Same Backyard Spirit. Welcome to Baguio Backyard Ultra. Baguio, Philippines – The Philippines’ original Backyard Ultra begins a new chapter as Jingle Balls Backyard Ultra (JBBU) officially becomes Baguio Backyard Ultra (BBU). The rebranding celebrates the event’s continued growth and its strong connection to Baguio City, its home since the inaugural race. While the name has changed, the event’s mission, Backyard Ultra format, and commitment to an exceptional endurance experience remain the same. The Philippines’ first Backyard Ultra was established in December 2019, introducing the internationally recognized “Last Person Standing” format to Filipino trail runners. The event returned in December 2023 and December 2024, welcoming more runners eager to challenge their physical and mental limits. In March 2026, the event held its fourth edition, marking another milestone for the growing Backyard Ultra community in the Philippines. Now, as Baguio Backyard Ultra, the event moves into a new era while honoring the legacy built under the Jingle Balls Backyard Ultra name.
Oct 31, 2026 – May 1, 2027
TRAIN FOR Hardcore Ultra Trail 2027 WITH WAYME Event: Apr 30, 2027 - May 3, 2027 The Hardcore Ultra Trail (HUT) is a mountain-trail ultramarathon in Kayapa, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines, headlined by Hardcore 100 Miles (H1), the country’s first 100-mile trail race, first held in 2013. Three ITRA- and UTMB Index-rated distances start and finish at Kayapa Central School: Hardcore 100 Miles (164.85 km), Hardcore 50 Miles (73.6 km), and Hardcore 60K (62.29 km). H1 is the second-oldest 100-mile trail race in Asia and ranks among the world’s oldest 100-milers. The course features over 9,500 m of ascent and descent, with less than 10% on concrete. Runners can expect single-track, dirt and gravel paths, stream and river crossings, grasslands, farmland, forest trails, and hanging bridges as the route winds through the Cordillera highlands and remote mountain communities. For those seeking a shorter challenge, the 50-mile and 60K distances share the same rugged terrain and start line as H1, offering a taste of the 100-mile experience over a shorter distance. All categories are ITRA-rated and carry UTMB Index points.
