The route begins with a gentle climb through the Golden Forest next to a winding river. This section of Yumezi is a cult favorite thanks to the beautiful combination of trees and geography. It’s every trail runner’s dream!

Once you leave the forest, you’ll cruise over a flat stretch of pavement toward the Castle area before turning left to begin the Temple KOM. This singletrack ribbons its way through a mystical forest full of friendly animals, shady trees, whimsical spirits, and sacred temples.

As you near the top of the KOM you’ll encounter wooden bridges leading you to the finish line inside the giant Mystical Tree Temple. Give your legs a break as you descend back to the starting line where the REAL challenge begins: lap 2.

Join ZLDR every week as we conquer Valley to Mountaintop!

As with any of our runs, you are not required to go the entire distance listed. But we are a distance running group and would like to offer our members a chance every week to put their legs to the test and see how far they can go.

ZLDR is a group of diverse people, from speed demons to walkers, from people just getting to their first 5k to ultra runners. We are here to support your running dreams and help you develop your running skills. We are a collective group of supportive and experienced runners and walkers who want to help you set and achieve new goals!

For more ZLDR fun and support, join our groups on social media platforms:

Facebook group:
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Instagram:
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Strava:
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Discord Invitation (not required for the run)
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ZLDR website for Challenge Months: https://www.zldr.clubOpens a new window
Online merch: https://www.sweatydino.comOpens a new window