Born on the trails of the Eastern Ghats
ARAKU RUNNERS
Tribal athletes. Ancient mountains. One community.
Who we are
We are the mountains.
Araku Runners is a running club born from the tribal heartland of the Eastern Ghats. Founded by indigenous athletes who have run these ridges and valleys their entire lives, we exist to share this terrain with the world — and to race it on our own terms.
We organize races, lead training runs, and build a community that is as rooted as the forests we run through. Every trail here has a story. Come find yours.
Upcoming races
Race the Ghats
Ultra TrailEastern Ghats Trail Run
The flagship race of Araku Runners. A full mountain traverse through dense forest, coffee plantations, and tribal villages.
Open to AllAraku Valley 10K
A welcoming entry point into trail running in the Ghats. Scenic, challenging, and unforgettable for first-timers and veterans alike.
Half TrailTribal Heritage Walk
A route that winds through tribal villages and ancient forest paths, celebrating the culture and landscape of the Eastern Ghats.
Next run
Every Saturday, 5:30 AM
Araku Valley Trailhead
Train with us
Run the valley every week.
Every Saturday morning, we gather at dawn and run the trails together. No pace requirement. No entry fee. Just the mountains, the community, and the run. Whether you are a seasoned ultra runner or lacing up for your first trail, you belong here.
Join a Training Run
Run With Us.
The Eastern Ghats are calling. Answer.
Join the Araku Runners community — sign up for a race, show up for a training run, or simply reach out. These trails are for everyone.