Triple Top Mountain Run
Inaugurated in 1991, this challenging route is now an iconic annual trail running event.
Trail Running Severe
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 240 m
- High Point
- 1.2 km
- Gradient
- 26˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between November and June. From a low point of 240 m to the maximum altitude of 1.2 km, the route covers 19 km, 1096 vertical metres of ascent and 1518 vertical metres of descent.
Description
With over 1,100m of elevation, an almost 1,000m decent over the final 5km, and an all-time record of only 1hr 57mins for the 19km course, the Triple Top Mountain Run is not for the faint hearted!
Difficulty
Severe
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.