Ultra Running Hub Hossa National Park, Finland · Saturday, July 3, 2027
Kainuu Trail 78k
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (78km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, July
Regional 2001-2020 average for July — NASA POWER, grid elevation 247 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 78km | 66 | Mikko Hilola · 08:21:49 | Jasmina Nikula · 08:23:10 |
| 2025 | 78km | 44 | Lauri Albert Romppanen · 07:52:54 | Mervi Heiskanen · 09:05:05 |
| 2024 | 78km | 11 | Mikko Leskinen · 08:46:03 | Kaisa Kontro · 09:25:24 |
| 2023 | 78km | 26 | Jani Rintala · 07:22:57 | Elina Hartikainen · 09:20:08 |
| 2022 | 78km | 17 | Heikki Salo · 08:20:34 | Saara Päätalo · 09:40:51 |
| 2021 | 78km | 16 | Jussi Kumpula · 07:19:29 | Hilde Hens · 10:16:57 |
The field grew 50% between 2025 (44) and 2026 (66). 30% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (78km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 78 km of trail with 2,730 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 35 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 78 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 2,730 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 16 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Kainuu Trail 78k, a 50-mile trail race in Finland's Hossa National Park, features 2730m of elevation gain over its 78km course, which works out to 35m of climb per kilometer. This makes it a more challenging course than 61% of its 50-mile peers.
With a 16-hour time limit, runners must maintain a pace of 12.3 minutes per kilometer. This cut-off is tighter than 32% of 456 comparable 50-mile races, requiring consistent effort throughout the day. The event, organized by Kainuu Orienteering Week, takes place in July and has been run 6 times since 2021, with the latest edition being in 2026.
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.