CAMIGUIN ISLAND TRAIL RACE
CAMIGUIN is one of the most scenic and beautiful island in the Philippines. Located in Northern Mindanao Region between Cagayan De Oro City, Balingoan in particular and Bohol Island facing Municipality of Jagna in Visayas, Philippines.
It is also known as the Island Born Of Fire and very famous for its sweet Lanzones fruit and Pastel delicacy. The island also showcased almost everything a traveler and outdoor enthusiast wants – exploration, mountain running, biking, hiking, swimming, diving, free diving, island or waterfalls hopping, family vacation or just a quality bonding with your loved ones.
This is the 4th installment of CAMIGUIN ISLAND TRAIL RACE on July 18-19, 2026 at the Municipal Ground of Mambajao, Camiguin Island infront of the Municipal Hall, with three (3) categories prepared -10km, 25km and 70km distance. The race schedule is also in celebration of founding anniversary or “Araw ng Mambajao” and still part of the international race calendar of International Trail Running Association (ITRA) runners’ performance points, Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB) index race in Europe France, American Trail Running Association (ATRA) in Colorado, USA and Asia Trail Master Grandmaster Point for the 70km distance.
DISTANCES & SLOTS
*10KM – 250 Slots only
*25KM – 400 Slots only
*70KM – 250 Slots only
GUNSTART & CUT-OFF
*10KM – 5:30am Sunday (July 19, 2026) - 5 Hours & 30 minutes Cut-Off*25KM – 4:30am Sunday (July 19, 2026) – 8 Hours & 30 minutes Cut-Off
*70KM – 10:00pm Saturday (July 18, 2026) – 20 Hours Cut-Off
COURSE DESCRIPTION
*10KM Distance - the route was designed for all ages, doable for kids and seniors. Starting at the Municipal Ground of Mambajao going up to Katibawasan Waterfalls. The race course are mixed trail and pavement with lots of time to finish.*25KM Distance - the route was designed for the beginners, half marathoner. First you need to go to Katibawasan Waterfalls then a newly opened jungle mountain near Mt. Timpoong, then Black Mountain, then Volcano House, Saay Coldspring, then road to Phivocs Headquarters heading to finish line. This is a loop route mixed with jungle trail, single track and pavement. Good luck!
*70KM Distance - the race course was designed to explore Camiguin Island on foot within 20 hours cut-off time. Katibawasan Waterfalls, then a newly opened jungle mountain near Mt. Timpoong, then Heritage Park, Tuwasan Waterfalls, Soda Coldspirng, Sunken Cemetery, Sitio Bas-iao, Old Volcano, foot/entry point of Mt. Hibok-hibok, Ochavillo Peak Reservoir, Harana Restaurant, Agoho Church, Sitio Upper Cogon, Sibato Road, Katobli & Kaolyong, Ardent Hot Spring, The View, Saay Coldspring, then road to Phivocs Headquarters heading to finish line.
REGISTRATION FEES
*70KM Distance – P2,500 pesos*25KM Distance – P1,500 pesos
*10KM Distance – P1,000 pesos
INCLUSIONS
*High Quality Medal*High Quality Event Shirt
*Finisher Shirt
*Race Bibs
*Time Chips
*Refreshments
*Food Pack
*ITRA & UTMB Points
*Asia Trail Grandmaster Point
*CASH PRIZES for the Top Winners
REGISTRATION PROCESS
*Deposit or Pay at GCASH Numbers of. . .Candace Espinas – 09176393133
Gilbert Grado – 09177060819
REGISTRATION PERIOD
*May 25, 2026 – June 15, 2026MANDATORY CHECKLIST
1.Hydration Pack - at least 1.5 liters (all categories)2. Whistle - remember the drill
3. Jacket - light & water proof (70km runners only)
4. Gloves - use in mountaineering/trailrunning
5. Headwear - anything that covers your head, protects you from cold
6. Trail Food - with ziplock and can last from AS to AS (all categories)
7. Cellphone - with load and fully charge battery (all categories)
8. MedKit - for LBM, stomach-ache, headache, etc.
9. Extra Money - for emergency transpo & snacks at the local store (all categories)
10. Headlamp - with extra battery for 25km and 70km only.
REQUIREMENTS
At least you run for the 10km and 25km distance. Must be 18 years of age for the 70km category, if not, must provide parent consent and must have current Medical Certificate (2026 July issue). 70km category participants should have at least 32km distance trail/mountain experience (finisher race) within 1 year and not a whiner. Kindly send Proof of Experience (32km trail/mountain finisher or above) with your Registration Fee, picture or screenshot at verticaltosky@gmail.com thank you.
HOW TO GET THERE
Participants from outside Mindanao, like Cebu, Manila, you can book your flight direct to Camiguin Airport in Mambajao, we have daily flight Cebu - Camiguin (vice- versa). Then International/Foreign Participants you can take flight at Mactan-Cebu International Airport or Francisco Bangoy International Airport in Davao, and then take second flight to Cebu then Camiguin. Then upon your arrival in Mambajao Camiguin Airport you can take motorcycle/rela going to Mambajao Municipal ground, our venue.
Other possible way to get on the island is land trip by bus then by Ferry, Balingoan to Binoni from Mindanao side and Jagna to Balbagon from Bohol side or Visayas area. If you're lost and need direction, you can contact these numbers Candice Espinas, 09176393133 and Gilbert Grado - 09177060819.
