June 2026
CAPITALTRAILS RACE SERIES
Welcome to CapitalTrails Race Series - LALKOT, a trail race like no other!
Prepare to race through the rich history of Delhi's origins in this unique and self-supported team adventure. We promise you wildly fun experience that will test your mettle and trail running prowess, and give you bragging rights as never before.
Race Categories
Race over the SHORT route if you want to take it easy - or you want to make it to breakfast fast; or the adrenaline-packed LONG journey that will let the history of Delhi's earliest 'cities' of Lal Kot, Rai Pithora and Mehrauli unfold itself for you.
LONG
20km+ Distance
13 Checkpoints
5hrs Cutoff
SHORT
10km+ Distance
8 Checkpoints
3hrs Cutoff
Team Treasure Hunt
Self-Supported, Self-Timed, Self-Navigated
Team Challenge
Work in teams of two to solve the navigational puzzle through the historical and ancient lands of Sanjay Van, Mehrauli and Qila Rai Pithora - the origins of Delhi.
Equal-Opportunity Race
Finishing first at CapitalTrails Race Series events does not guarantee a 'win' as results are normalised for age and gender to give everyone an equal opportunity.
QR-code Self-Timing
There are no timing stations in CapitalTrails Race Series races. Our volunteers will be stationed with a QR code that runners will need to scan to log their timings.
BYO-Route Treasure Hunt
CapitalTrails Race Series - LALKOT is a bring your own route party. You need to find your own way through the jungle, the forts and the bushes, and cover all checkpoints.
Register for CapitalTrails Race Series - PANIKOT
Mandatory Gear List
Strict gear checks are performed at the start line. Anyone found to not carry any of the following mandatory items will not be allowed to participate in the race.
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Water/Hydration: At least 2L of water and electrolyte mix (combined) for the Long category; at least 1L for the Short category.
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Mobile Phone: Navigation and checkpoint QR code scanning requires a smartphone, which should be (almost) fully charged at the start line.
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Downloaded .gpx File: Route file for the respective category should be downloaded and loaded on a navigation app of choice (Gaia is recommended).
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Webscorer App: Required for tracking checkpoints and scanning the self-timing QR codes.
Trail Running Etiquette
CapitalTrails adheres to the highest ethical standards and requires all the CapitalTrails Race Series participants to display the highest degree of sportsmanship and environmental stewardship.
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Share the Trail Love: Say hello and share a smile with fellow runners and hikers you encounter along the way. High-fives are optional but highly encouraged!
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Leave No Trace: Only footprints in the mud allowed. Anyone found littering will be disqualified from the race immediately.
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No Disturbing Wildlife: They're just there to chill and maybe to spectate your trailblazing performance. Be watchful and don't have them start chasing you - you don't want to race them!
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Camaraderie before Competition: Be respectful of the other runners. If anyone is found acting in un-sporting manner to other participants, there will be immediate disqualification.
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Embrace the Adventure: Absorb the untamed, the unexpected, and the unapologetically muddy.
