- Elevation gain
- 1,527 m
- Time limit
- 8 h 30 min
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Edition 15 · 4–7 June 2027
Distances
Four distances, one canyon. From the half marathon that climbs from Jordán to Barichara to the 100 miles that run through all seven towns on the course: choose your challenge in the Chicamocha.
Choose your challenge
Four ways to experience the canyon
Every route meets in Jordán, at the bottom of the Chicamocha Canyon, and shares the climb up the royal road to Villanueva and Barichara. The difference is how far you want to run before and after.
- Elevation gain
- 2,338 m
- Time limit
- 13 h
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- Elevation gain
- 3,587 m
- Time limit
- 24 h
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- Elevation gain
- 6,712 m
- Time limit
- 49 h
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At a glance
The four distances compared
| Distance | Kilometers | Elevation gain | Start | Time limit | ITRA points · UTMB Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half marathon | 23.9 km | 1,527 m | Sunday 6 June, 8:00 a.m. · Jordán | 8 h 30 min | 1 · 20K |
| Marathon | 46.03 km | 2,338 m | Sunday 6 June, 7:00 a.m. · Jordán | 13 h | 2 · 50K |
| 80K | 81.42 km | 3,587 m | Sunday 6 June, 6:00 a.m. · San Gil | 24 h | 4 · 100K |
| 100 miles | 166.51 km | 6,712 m | Saturday 5 June, 8:00 a.m. · San Gil | 49 h | 6 · 100M |
Official technical data for each route. The half marathon finishes in Barichara and the other distances in San Gil. Distance and elevation may vary slightly between watches, apps and mapping software.
The challenge in numbers
From the Chicamocha River to 2,150 meters
- distances, from 24 km to 100 miles
- 4
- towns on the course
- 7
- of elevation gain in the 100 miles
- 6,712 m
- time limit in the 100 miles
- 49 h
Requirements
What every distance requires
- Confirmed registration. Once your payment is complete on the official platform, you receive an email confirming your place. See fees and conditions on the registration page.
- Documents. A copy of your ID and the signed liability waiver, uploaded before race day through the form in the Runner's Guide.
- All mandatory gear at kit pick-up: without it you won't get your race kit. Judges may check it at any time, and each missing item adds a 20-minute penalty.
- Bib with timing chip worn on the front and visible throughout the race.
- Personal cup: there are no disposable cups at the aid stations.
- Age group: set by the age you will be on 31 December 2027.
- Rules: by registering you accept the race rules, guides and purchase, change and refund policies.
Additional requirements
What changes with your distance
24K
Half marathon
Open to runners and hikers. Minors take part with an adult who is also registered and the minor authorization form.
46K
Marathon
From age 16. Runners under 18 must bring the authorization form signed by a parent or legal guardian.
80K
80K
Age 18 and over, with a finisher certificate from a trail race of at least 42 km and a medical certificate no more than three months old.
100M
100 miles
Age 18 and over, with a finisher certificate from a trail race of at least 70 km and a medical certificate no more than three months old.
Downloads
Documents for your registration
The official documents are in Spanish.
- Official rulesFull race rules, 2025 edition.Download
- Mandatory and recommended gearTable of the gear required for each distance.Download
- Liability waiverRequired for every runner: sign it and upload it with your documents.Download
- Minor participation authorizationFor runners under 18, signed by a parent or legal guardian.Download
- Kit collection authorizationIf someone else collects your kit, they must bring this form along with your mandatory gear.Download
80K and 100 miles
Pairs category
Many runners dream of the 80K or the 100 miles but don't want to take it on alone, or simply want a different experience. The pairs category is for them.
- Two people, any age or gender, in a single category per distance.
- Each member meets the requirements for their distance and carries their own mandatory gear.
- You run together from start to finish and may help each other: a push, a pull or carrying part of the load.
- The team's time is that of the second runner to cross each checkpoint and the finish.
- Medals for the first three pairs and a finisher medal for each member. There is no prize money.
On the registration platform choose the 80 km parejas or 100 millas parejas ticket and register both runners at the same time.
FAQ
Before you choose your distance
Which distance is right for me?
- Half marathon: 23.9 km with the big climb out of the canyon, rated high difficulty. Race it, or hike it with guides in the hikers category.
- Marathon: 46 km and 2,338 m of climbing, in the heat and with much of the course on technical terrain. A tough one-day challenge.
- 80K: designed for runners stepping up to ultra distance. You must have finished a trail race of at least 42 km.
- 100 miles: the crown jewel, with one or two nights on the course. You must have finished at least 70 km of trail.
How do I get to the start in Jordán?
The half marathon and marathon start in Jordán, at the bottom of the canyon, about 2 h 30 min – 3 h from San Gil. The organization takes runners on buses that leave in the early hours from El Puente Shopping Center; there are also extra departures on Saturday, booked in advance. Check the times in the schedule and on your distance page.
Can my family support me during the race?
Yes, at the authorized crew-access checkpoints (PCAA), where one supporter per runner may give you food, drinks, clothing or a massage:
- Half marathon and marathon: Barichara.
- 80K: Villanueva and Barichara.
- 100 miles: Pitiguao, Curití, Aratoca, Panachi, Villanueva and Barichara.
They may accompany you from 100 m before to 100 m after the checkpoint. Anywhere else it counts as unauthorized assistance and is penalized.
What happens if I miss a cut-off?
The cut-off is the latest time you may leave a checkpoint. If you don't check out in time, you are out of the race, and once a checkpoint closes the organization's services there end. If you decide to withdraw, do it at a checkpoint and hand your bib to the judge, or report it immediately to the race incident line printed on your bib. Transport from where you withdraw is at your own expense.
Why doesn't my watch match the official data?
Distance and elevation may vary between watches, apps and mapping software. To plan your race, go by the kilometer marks in the official checkpoint table for your distance.
Your start line is waiting in the Chicamocha
Register for edition 15, 4–7 June 2027 in San Gil, Santander, Colombia.