Overview
Now in its ninth edition, the 2026 Li River Trail Run circles through the karst highlands framing one of China's most photographed river valleys. The 100km route passes through more than 30 villages and riverbank hamlets, including the Nine-Horse Fresco Hill ferry crossing and the Wuzhi Mountain ridge, before returning to the ancient fishing town of Xingping. Shorter distances share the same dramatic opening terrain along the Li River before cutting back across the interior hills.
Location
All distances start and finish at Xingping Ancient Town (兴坪古镇), a well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty riverside settlement in Yangshuo County, Guilin, Guangxi. The town sits on a bend of the Li River surrounded by the signature limestone pinnacles depicted on the 20-yuan note. Bib pickup is on November 20, 2026.
Getting There
- Fly ✈️: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) receives flights from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and other major cities. From the airport, take a taxi or rideshare to Guilin city (~30 min), then a bus or rideshare to Yangshuo (~1.5 hrs) and onward to Xingping (~30 min, ~15km north of Yangshuo town).
- High-speed rail 🚄: Guilin North Railway Station connects to Guangzhou (~2.5 hrs), Changsha, and the national high-speed network. From the station, take a bus or rideshare to Yangshuo (~1.5 hrs), then continue to Xingping.
Mandatory Gear
(A) Rules
- Gear must be presented at packet pickup; failure will result in no race materials.
- Gear must be carried throughout the race. Spot checks are mandatory.
- Consumable items (emergency blanket, energy food, first-aid kit) may be replaced at aid stations with empty packaging/old items.
- The organizing committee may add gear requirements based on weather.
(B) Mandatory Gear List
Note: The committee may add gear before the race. Gear checks are mandatory and non-compliance will result in penalties.
