Kong Ultra Short Course
Lake District National Park
The Kong Lakes Ultra is organised by the Kong Race Events team which is based in Keswick, Cumbria.
Trail Running Difficult
- Distance
- 59 km
- Ascent
- 3.5 km
- Descent
- 3.5 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 75 m
- High Point
- 938 m
- Gradient
- 19˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 75 m to the maximum altitude of 938 m, the route covers 59 km, 3517 vertical metres of ascent and 3516 vertical metres of descent.
Description
The short route is 59km long with 3500m of ascent so is not to be underestimated at all! It visits Great Gable, Esk Pike and Helvellyn and provides a more achievable aim for many mountain runners looking to try an ultra. The course has 3 manned support points en route.
Difficulty
Difficult
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.