About This Race
The 17K strikes an ideal balance for runners seeking a meaningful trail challenge without the full commitment of the longer distances, offering enough time on the Atlantic Forest trails to experience the ecosystem's complexity while remaining accessible to intermediate runners. This distance provides a substantial taste of Paraty's signature terrain—navigating root-laden forest paths and moderate elevation changes—making it perfect for runners building toward longer trail objectives or those wanting to experience UTMB-quality trails at a more manageable effort level. With comfortable cutoff times and a route that showcases the forest's biodiversity without the extended mountain exposure of longer distances, the 17K delivers a complete trail running experience in a condensed format.
Practical Info
Paraty offers numerous guesthouses and Airbnb options, with recommendations to stay near the historic center for easy access to the race arena and finish area.
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Notable Features
This UTMB World Series event combines Brazil's Atlantic Forest with the historic colonial architecture of UNESCO-listed Paraty. The race arena is located in Paraty's Historic Center, and the courses traverse one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems between ocean and mountains. Senior runners (60+) receive a 50% discount, and the event offers qualification opportunities for other UTMB World Series races.