Galiyat Mountain Trail: Recce II (Thandiyani to Nathia Gali)
Schedule
Sun, 07 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm
UTC+05:00Location
Thandiani Top, Abbottabad | Islamabad, IS
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Master the Galiyat Mountain Trail Race before race day! Margalla Trail Runners (MTR) is organizing the second official recce to help participants familiarize themselves with the 60k, 40k, and 20k race routes. This session covers the full 40k course and more than half of the 60k race route.If you are aiming for the iTRA (International Trail Running Association) and UTMB Index races on 19th July 2026, this high-altitude endurance test is essential.
Event Highlights
Date: Sunday, 7th June 2026
Meeting Point: PSO Station (Beverly Centre), F-6, Islamabad
Meeting Time: 03:00 am | Run Start: 06:30 am
Distance: 36km
Elevation Gain: 1500m
Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Level: Advanced & Difficult
Terrain: Technical Trail
Mandatory Gear: Trail/multi-terrain shoes, 5-10L running vest, rain jacket, hat, and sunglasses.
Nutrition: 2L water, ORS, dates, bananas, and chocolates.
Route: Thandiyani Top → Berin Gali → Dagri Bungalow → Kunna Meadows → Miranjani Top → Nathia Gali (Miranjani Base) → Nathia Gali Club
Strava Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/2982899695409156600
Garmin Route: https://connect.garmin.com/app/course/274095282
The Experience: Run through the most scenic, linked trail network in the Abbottabad District, featuring lush meadows and challenging ridgelines.
Ready for the challenge? Check race details on the MTR website and social media. See you on the trails!
Note: The event is NOT for walk pacers/beginners. Kindly must go through the details and FAQs before signing up for the event.
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