Camiguin Island Trail Race

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 3rd installment of CAMIGUIN ISLAND TRAIL RACE on July 12-13, 2025 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 13, 2025) - 5 Hours & 30 minutes Cut-Off
*25KM – 4:30am Sunday (July 13, 2025) – 8 Hours & 30 minutes Cut-Off
*70KM – 10:00pm Saturday (July 12, 2025) – 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 FEE

*Only 1,000 php all categories

INCLUSIONS

*High Quality Medal
*Finisher Shirt
*Race Bibs
*Time Chips
*Refreshments
*Food Pack
*ITRA & UTMB Points
*Asia Trail Grandmaster Point

REGISTRATION PROCESS

Deposit or Pay at GCASH Numbers:
Candace Espinas – 09176393133
Gilbert Grado – 09177060819

REGISTRATION PERIOD

April 29, 2025 – May 31, 2025

MANDATORY 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 (2025 July issue). 70km category participants should have at least 32km distance trail/mountain experience (finisher race) within 1 year and not a whiner.

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.

Prepared by:
ROMUALDO CALBES
Race Director & Mountain Guide
Founder Vertical To Sky (V2S) Sports
Mobile/Whatsapp/Viber: +63-9255566692