A celebration of endurance, trails, and the wild soul of the South. The South India Trail Grail (SITG) is a collaborative trail-running initiative that brings together six of South India’s most iconic and challenging ultra-distance races. Designed for athletes who crave more than just finish lines, SITG invites runners to explore, endure, and excel across diverse terrains—from the Eastern Ghats to the Western Ghats.

This isn’t just a medal series. It’s a journey—a grail quest—that showcases the raw beauty, culture, and community spirit of South India’s trail-running scene.

🎯 The Mission

SITG was created to:

  • Promote trail running in South India through quality ultra-distance events
  • Encourage runners to explore new landscapes and terrains
  • Recognize and celebrate consistent endurance achievements
  • Build a strong, interconnected trail community across regions

Six races. One odyssey. The South India Trail Grail

How It Works

To complete the SITG challenge, runners must:

  • Finish any four out of six partner ultra races.
  • Cover a minimum of 50 km per race.
  • Complete the four races within two consecutive seasons (2025–26 and 2026–27).
RaceOrganizing ClubLocationDateDistance
Jawadhu Hills UltraChennai Trail ClubTamil Nadu01-Nov-2550k & 85k
Malnad UltraMalnad TeamKarnataka22-Nov-2550K & 100K
Ultribe PaderuVisakha Trail Running AssociationAndhra Pradesh06 & 07-Dec-2550K & 100K
SRT UltraWestern Ghats Running FoundationMaharashtra13 & 14-Dec-2553K & 100K
Vayalada UltraRoyal Runners Club CalicutKerala14-Dec-25 60K
Vagamon ULTrailSoles of CochinKerala10-Jan-2660K

Those who complete the challenge will be honored with a unique finisher medal and certificate, recognizing their endurance journey across diverse terrains. For complete details, visit the official SITG website – https://www.southindiatrailgrail.com