2026 Laoniuwan Yellow River Grand Canyon Trail Race held

The 2026 Laoniuwan Yellow River Grand Canyon 100-kilometer Trail Race took place from Sept 12 to 13 in Qingshuihe county, Hohhot city. 

The 2026 Laoniuwan Yellow River Grand Canyon 100-kilometer Trail Race begins. [Photo/Hohhot Convergence Media]

Featuring 100 km, 54 km, and 27 km categories, the event covered professional competition, advanced challenges, and public participation, attracting 800 trail-running enthusiasts from across China.

The 54 km and 27 km categories were held on the first day, with routes that covered canyons, riverbanks, and mountain trails, offering varied terrain and scenic views.

The 100 km category was the longest and most demanding core competitive event, with an actual course length of 96.5 km and a cumulative elevation gain and loss of 3,609 meters. The course ran through the canyon and the ancient Great Wall area, featuring complex terrain and sharp day-to-night temperature swings.

Qingshuihe coordinated relevant departments, refined task assignments, and delivered support services, including participant reception, medical care and rescue, traffic guidance, emergency response, and volunteer services.

Before the race, the organizing committee conducted packet pickups, distributed race materials, verified information, and responded to inquiries.

Public security authorities maintained order and directed traffic throughout the races, with medical and rescue teams deployed at key points along the course to provide roving support and promptly handle runners' physical discomfort and sudden injuries. Aid stations were also stocked with hot food, drinking water, and other supplies.

Top three women in the 100 km category. [Photo/Hohhot Convergence Media]

Top three men in the 100 km category. [Photo/Hohhot Convergence Media]