Philippine Mountain Trail 2025 (PMT)

Organized by Intrepid Spirit

Activity

  • Running, Trail Running

Race Category

  • 23 KM
  • 13 KM
  • 5 KM

Overview

Start your trail running journey here

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.

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Race Details

ITRA Points

Mountain Points

  • Distance
  • 22.6 KM
  • Max Elevation
  • 1875 MASL
  • Elev Gain
  • + 1554 M
  • Elev Loss
  • - 1554 M
  • Min Elevation
  • 1105 MASL
  • Max Slope
  • 41.2 %
  • Long Climb
  • 850 M
  • Long Descent
  • 760 M
  • Terrain
  • Trail
  • Topography
  • Out & Back
  • Profile
  • Hilly
  • Aid Stations
  • 2
  • Restrictions
  • N/A
  • Environment
  • Downhill
  • Forest
  • Grass
  • Nature
  • Rural
  • Scenic

ITRA Points

Mountain Points

  • Distance
  • 12.6 KM
  • Max Elevation
  • 1382 MASL
  • Elev Gain
  • + 679 M
  • Elev Loss
  • - 679 M
  • Min Elevation
  • 1049 MASL
  • Avg. Elevation
  • 1209 MASL
  • Max Slope
  • 41.5 %
  • Long Climb
  • 230 M
  • Long Descent
  • 340 M
  • Terrain
  • Trail
  • Topography
  • Out & Back
  • Profile
  • Hilly
  • Aid Stations
  • 2
  • Environment
  • Downhill
  • Forest
  • Grass
  • Scenic

ITRA Points

Mountain Points

  • Distance
  • 4.54 KM
  • Max Elevation
  • 1330 MASL
  • Elev Gain
  • + 250 M
  • Elev Loss
  • - 250 M
  • Min Elevation
  • 1104 MASL
  • Max Slope
  • 35.2 %
  • Long Climb
  • 230 M
  • Long Descent
  • 240 M
  • Terrain
  • Trail
  • Topography
  • Out & Back
  • Profile
  • Hilly
  • Aid Stations
  • 0
  • Environment
  • Grass
  • Nature
  • Rural
  • Scenic
  • Valley

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Schedule

May

2

2:00

PM

8:00

PM

  • RACE KIT CLAIMING

5:30

PM

7:00

PM

  • PRE-RACE BRIEFING

May

3

06:30

AM

7:30

AM

06:30

AM

8:00

AM

08:30

AM

08:45

AM

09:00

AM

May

3

09:30

AM

10:30

AM

09:30

AM

11:00

AM

11:30

AM

11:45

AM

12:00

PM

May

3

10:30

AM

11:30

AM

10:30

AM

12:00

PM

12:30

PM

12:45

PM

01:00

PM

Cut-off times

May

3

06:00

PM

May

3

04:00

PM

May

3

3:00

PM

Information

RACE RULES and GUIDELINES

1. To participate in this race, you must submit a duly accomplished and signed Medical Certificate.  It should not be older than six months from the race start date.  You can submit it online during the registration process (preferred) or provide a hard copy when claiming your race kit.  Failure to submit the Medical Certificate will result in non-inclusion in the race without a refund.  Please note that the same Medical Certificate can be used for other race events if it is less than six months old from the race start date.  There will be no exemptions.

2. All runner-participants, volunteers, and race marshals must sign a liability and waiver form before participating in any race event.

3. Due to unpredictable mountain weather, runners must bring ALL mandatory items and gear required for their specific race category.

4. Before the race starts, all runner-participants must check-in at the Start Line within the specified date and time period for each race category.  This is to have mandatory gear checked and inspected.  Runners without any item of mandatory gear will not be allowed to start the race.

5. Race numbers must be worn in front and remain visible throughout the race.  Failure to comply will result in a one-hour time penalty.

6. Changing race categories during a race is not allowed.  If you wish to downgrade to a lower distance, you must inform the Race Director / Organizer within the regular race registration period.  No refunds will be provided.

7. Runner-participants are not allowed to change race numbers or have substitutes run the race on their behalf.  Registration fees are non-transferable to other persons or race events.  No refunds will be given for non-participation or cancellation / postponement of the race event due to factors beyond the control of the Organizer.

8. While the Organizer will mark the route well, it is the runner-participant’s responsibility to familiarize themselves with the route and to navigate accordingly.  No time credits will be given to runners who get lost.  GPX files are provided for all runner-participants to use for familiarization and also for in-race for navigation.  Please learn how to use your device / app to navigate “prior” to race day.

9. If drop bags are allowed in your distance category, they must be properly secured and marked with your name, race bib number, and race category name.  The Organizer will not be responsible for any loss or breakages.

10. All runner-participants must have the minimum specified capacity hydration bladder or its equivalent in handheld bottles / soft flasks, as well as enough trail food to sustain them between Aid Stations.  This is mandatory for each race category.

11. There are “some” potable spring water sources along the route (self-service), but you may also bring your own water or water purifying tablets.  Please note that these do not always have water available and should only be used to supplement that water which you carry with you.

12. Please bring your own drinking cups as there will be no cups available in the Aid / Water stations to minimize litter.

13. Time recorders will be present at different Aid Stations / Cut-Off points.  All participants must report to the assigned Race Marshal to have their names and race bib numbers recorded.  Some Aid Stations also have timing mats, so it’s important to pass over them for accurate time recording.

14. If you decide to pull out of the race or declare yourself as DNF (Did Not Finish), please inform the Race Director or the nearest Race Marshal.  Failure to do so may result in a suspension or ban from future race events.

15. Cell phone signals exist, but they may be intermittent, and are not available in all areas of the route.  For any concerns, you can contact the provided numbers: +63 (0)998 982 4538 / +63 (0)918 923 5800.

16. If you declare yourself as DNF at any point along the route, evacuation costs will be your responsibility unless you have availed of DNF Insurance.  You must wait for the Organizer to arrange your extraction, which may take some time due to remote locations and availability of transport / drivers.  If you wish to self-extract, discuss and agree on a plan with Race Marshals and the Organizer for safety.

17. While the Organizer maintains the cleanliness and pre-race condition of the route, it is important for each runner-participant to be a responsible trail runner.  Please mind your trash at all times.  Garbage bags will be available in each Aid / Water Station.

18. Practice trail courtesy by stepping aside for overtaking runners and giving way to those going uphill.  Also, be cautious when passing through rice paddies, vegetable gardens, and small villages along the route.  Close all the gates you pass.

19. Do not run on any hanging bridges, and only one runner-participant should pass each bridge at a time.

20. Conduct yourself properly and treat all Race Marshals and Volunteers with utmost courtesy.

21. Unregistered runners, pacers, mules, and guides are not allowed.

22. Cheating and route-marking sabotage will result in immediate disqualification.

23. Any complaint of cheating must be made within 24 hours after the completion of the race, in writing, signed, and submitted via email ([email protected]) to the Organizer / Race Director with visual proof.  Complaints made after the 24-hour period will not be entertained.

24. Race events will proceed rain or shine unless the Organizer / Race Director announces its cancellation at least 48 hours before the scheduled start time due to extreme weather or any condition that may render the route unsafe.

25. The Race Director / Organizer reserves the right to modify the rules and race route at any time for the benefit, safety, and welfare of runner participants.

26. The Organizer reserves the right to use pictures and videos taken during the race for publication in any form of media without any consideration.  Owners of published photos / videos will be duly recognized.  Anyone who volunteers to take event photos must seek prior approval from the Organizer.

27. No TV, film, or video crew, person, producer, director, or other broadcast media representative may accompany or cover any racer or the race  event itself without specific written permission from the Organizer.

28. Official results will be published within 48 – 72 hours after the race event (or sooner, if possible).

29. The use of trekking poles is allowed, but when not in use, they should be folded or stowed to ensure they do not impede the movement of other runner-participants.

30. Personal support crews are not allowed along the route to limit traffic and congestion.  Pop-up personal aid stations are also not allowed.  Violation of this rule will result in immediate disqualification of the assisted runner-participant.

31. Support crews must pay their own trail fees before checking on their runners at places like Mount Pulag or Mount Ugo.  Please do not use the name of the Organizer to gain free entry.

32. Mandatory gear checks will be done randomly at unannounced times and Aid Stations along the route.  Failure to present any mandatory item will result in a penalty per missing item being added to the runner’s finish time.  Refusal or failure to comply with the request will lead to outright disqualification.  Missing mandatory items at any gear check point will prevent you from proceeding until you acquire them.

33. Running without a shirt or top is not allowed and will result in disqualification.  To be clear, this is a garment designed for the upper part of the body, with short sleeves (minimum) and a tail long enough to be tucked inside pants or a skirt so that it covers completely the upper torso of the runner-participant.  

34. If you take a wrong route, you must return to the correct section on foot and by no other means.  Violation will result in disqualification.

35. Runner participants who do not finish within the cut-off time are not entitled to any finisher tokens.  Those who do not make it within the Aid Station cut-off time will not be allowed to proceed and will be declared as DNF.

36. RUNNER SUPPORT VEHICLES OR CREW ARE NOT allowed at any point on the race course.  Runners found receiving assistance outside of designated Aid Stations (unless in case of emergency) will be Disqualified (DQ).

Let the PMT13 category be your gateway to a world of wonder, where dreams take flight, and a captivating journey awaits. Though shorter in distance, the 13-kilometer category boasts a scenic and thrilling adventure that rivals its longer counterparts. Prepare to be enraptured by a path that weaves through a tapestry of untamed beauty, where every step carries you closer to the heart of nature’s embrace.

As you stand at the starting line, anticipation dances in the air, your heart brimming with determination. With resolute steps, you ascend the concrete road, guided by the whispers of the wind, before veering left onto the trailhead towards Indupit. Just 900 meters into your odyssey, a right-hand turn beckons, leading you off the beaten path onto a mountaineer’s trail, where a gradual ascent awaits. Yet, amidst this ascent, a serendipitous encounter awaits at a junction, 1.9 kilometres into your journey, nestled at an elevation of about 1,340 meters. Here, a left turn unveils a thrilling revelation, propelling you down a captivating single-track trail towards a mesmerizing river crossing, where the allure of adventure reaches its crescendo. At 1,213 meters above sea level, this ethereal crossing marks the sacred 3-kilometer point of your odyssey, where nature’s melody dances through the currents.

From this enchanting juncture, your spirit soars once more, ascending the concrete tire paths that lead you to the vibrant community of Barangay Telecabcab, nestled at the 6.5-kilometer mark. Amidst the warmth of the locals’ smiles, a scenic single-track trail awaits, inviting you to descend into a world of wonder. As you gracefully navigate the trails, the landscape unfolds before you, revealing a symphony of terraced vegetable gardens that stretch like a painter’s canvas. Meandering through these verdant terraces, you’ll be captivated by the harmonious connection between man and nature.

In this poetic dance with the mountain, the path leads you on a captivating loop, descending through the scenic single-track trail towards the river’s embrace. As the river whispers its secrets, you’ll traverse the farmer’s pathways, meandering through the local vegetable gardens, etching your footsteps upon the terraces. With each step, you’ll ascend the mountain once again, reconnecting with your original route at the 10.9-kilometre point, where the symphony of nature’s embrace welcomes you home.

The return journey, a gentle descent, carries you along the main connecting road, guiding you back once again to the enchanting river crossing and ultimately leading you to the grand finale at the finish line, nestled within the hallowed grounds of Kayapa Central School.

Step into a realm where poetry and adventure intertwine, where dreams take shape and nature’s embrace beckons. Let the PMT5 category be your gateway to a world of wonder, where the spirit soars, and breathtaking beauty unfolds. In the tapestry of this shorter distance, a scenic and enchanting adventure awaits, rivalling the grandeur of its longer counterparts.

As you stand at the starting line, a symphony of anticipation fills the air, your heart ablaze with determination. With every stride, you ascend the concrete road, guided by gentle whispers carried on the wind. As the trailhead towards Indupit calls your name, you veer left with grace, ready to immerse yourself in nature’s embrace. A mere 900 metres into your journey, a right-hand turn awaits, bidding farewell to the well-trodden path. It leads you to a mountaineer’s trail, where a gradual ascent unveils its secrets.

Yet, amidst the climb, a serendipitous encounter awaits at a junction, nestled 1.9 kilometres into your odyssey. At an elevation of around 1,340 meters, a left turn reveals a won

Entry Requirements

  • Qualifying races must have been completed in the period from March 1, 2024 to April 24, 2025.
  • Qualifying race results must be verifiable via the internet (ideally via the International Trail Running Association (ITRA) event results website).
  • Runners without a qualifying race within the requested qualification period, may submit recent training history (verifiable from the internet – e.g. COROS, STRAVA, GARMIN, SUUNTO data) instead. Depending on the Race Director’s analysis of this recent training history, the runner may be denied registration outright or have conditions applied to their registration (e.g. Did Not Finish (DNF) Insurance should be availed). NOTE: DNF Insurance covers the higher than normal risk that a runner may need to be extracted from the race course which incurs additional costs to the Race Organizer.
  • Runners who will not be at least 18 years of age on race day must submit a signed Parental/Guardian Consent Form for Child’s Participation in “Mount Ugo Marathon” (form available during the registration process).
  • Runners who will not be at least 12 years of age on race day must be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian at all times during the event.  The Parent/Guardian must also register for the same distance category as the under 12 year old runner.
  • All runners must abide by the Race Rules and Guidelines.

  • The minimum age for runners to register for this race category is 18 years of age on race day.
  • Runners must have officially finished at least one 10 km or longer trail race (qualifying race) to be accepted for this race category.

  • The minimum age for runners to register for this race category is 10 years of age on race day.
  • Runners must have officially finished at least one 10 km or longer road race or a 5 km or longer trail race (qualifying race) to be accepted for this race category.

  • The minimum age for runners to register for this race category is 6 years of age on race day.
  • There are no official qualification races required for this race category

Mandatory Gear

ALL MANDATORY GEAR must be CARRIED AT ALL TIMES.  This is for the safety of all runners.  Compliance checks will be conducted as follows:

  • Pre-event start line mandatory gear check.
  • Random unannounced check at a location during the event. Runners will be delayed for a set amount of time when these checks are conducted. Finish times will be adjusted based on these delays. This is to be fair to all runners.
  • Finish line gear check.

    Penalties may include time-based addition to a runner’s finish time OR disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Director.

    The following list contains ALL MANDATORY GEAR to be CARRIED AT ALL TIMES by all runners, irrespective of their race category:

  • Cellular phone that:
    • Is fully charged.
    • Is always switched on.
    • Is not set to airplane mode.
    • Is installed with local Philippine SIM card (Globe or Smart).
    • Contains at least Php200 of load credit on the SIM card.
  • Waterproof jacket
    • Should have a minimum hydrostatic head rating of 10,000mm.
  • First aid kit with the following minimum items:
    • Povidone-Iodine Prep Pad (4 pieces).
    • Alcohol Prep Pad (4 pieces).
    • Small Medical Scissors.
    • Gauze Pads (Sterile) (3” x 3” x 8 ply – 2 pieces).
    • Medical Waterproof PU Film Adhesive Tape (10 cm x 10 cm – 2 pieces).
    • Waterproof Medical Sterile Wound Dressing (10 cm x 10 cm – 2 pieces).
    • Disposable Nitrile Gloves (1 pair).
  • Emergency/Survival Blanket.
  • Emergency whistle.
  • Functioning flashlight or headlamp
    • With at least 6 hours of battery life
  • Hydration requirement
    • At least 1.5L capacity
  • Extra food to last at least 4 hours.
  • Cash of at least Php1,000.
  • First Aid kit containing ALL mandatory items and emergency whistle can be purchased during online race registration, or on-site during race kit collection.

The Timing Chip (shoe tag) is a REUSABLE shoe tag provided by the race organizer to each race participant.  This must be returned to the race organizer prior to leaving the race venue.  The replacement cost for this shoe tag is Php1,500 and will be billed to the participant if not returned immediately on finishing or upon withdrawing from the race.

First Aid kit containing ALL mandatory items and emergency whistle can be purchased during online race registration, or on-site during race kit collection.

Missing Mandatory Gear Penalties

During gear checks, if any mandatory gear listed is found to be missing at any point during of following completion of your race, the following penalties will be applied.

Recommended Gear

The following items are highly recommended for all race categories:

  • Hiking / trekking poles.
  • Warmer running apparel.
  • Collapsible cup.
  • 3-in-1 camping spork (good for eating noodles or any other type of food requiring utensils).
     

NOTE: There will be no disposable paper / plastic cups, knives, forks, or spoons provided at Aid Stations. Collapsible cup and camping spork can be purchased during online race registration, or on-site during race kit collection.

  • Collapsible cups and camping spork can be purchased during online race registration or on-site during race kit collection.
  • 3-in-1 camping spork (good for eating noodles or any other type of food requiring utensils).

Location

  • Start Line
  • Kayapa Central School
  • Finish Line
  • Kayapa Central School

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