King of the Mountain - Mount Ugo Marathon 2024

Let the Mount Ugo Marathon's 13-kilometer category be your gateway to a world of wonder, where dreams take flight, and a captivating journey awaits. Though shorter in distance, the 13-kilometer category boasts a scenic and thrilling adventure that rivals its longer counterparts. Prepare to be enraptured by a path that weaves through a tapestry of untamed beauty, where every step carries you closer to the heart of nature's embrace. As you stand at the starting line, anticipation dances in the air, your heart brimming with determination. With resolute steps, you ascend the concrete road, guided by the whispers of the wind, before veering left onto the trailhead towards Indupit. Just 900 meters into your odyssey, a right-hand turn beckons, leading you off the beaten path onto a mountaineer's trail, where a gradual ascent awaits. Yet, amidst this ascent, a serendipitous encounter awaits at a junction, 1.9 kilometres into your journey, nestled at an elevation of about 1,340 meters. Here, a left turn unveils a thrilling revelation, propelling you down a captivating single-track trail towards a mesmerizing river crossing, where the allure of adventure reaches its crescendo. At 1,213 meters above sea level, this ethereal crossing marks the sacred 3-kilometer point of your odyssey, where nature's melody dances through the currents. From this enchanting juncture, your spirit soars once more, ascending the concrete tire paths that lead you to the vibrant community of Barangay Telecabcab, nestled at the 6.5-kilometer mark. Amidst the warmth of the locals' smiles, a scenic single-track trail awaits, inviting you to descend into a world of wonder. As you gracefully navigate the trails, the landscape unfolds before you, revealing a symphony of terraced vegetable gardens that stretch like a painter's canvas. Meandering through these verdant terraces, you'll be captivated by the harmonious connection between man and nature. In this poetic dance with the mountain, the path leads you on a captivating loop, descending through the scenic single-track trail towards the river's embrace. As the river whispers its secrets, you'll traverse the farmer's pathways, meandering through the local vegetable gardens, etching your footsteps upon the terraces. With each step, you'll ascend the mountain once again, reconnecting with your original route at the 10.9-kilometre point, where the symphony of nature's embrace welcomes you home. The return journey, a gentle descent, carries you along the main connecting road, guiding you back once again to the enchanting river crossing and ultimately leading you to the grand finale at the finish line, nestled within the hallowed grounds of Kayapa Central School.