Vi’s Top of Tantalus 2026

$35.00

Date: April 4, 2026
Start Time: 8:00 am
Race Directors: Judy Carluccio and Sara Santilli

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REGISTRATION OPENS MAR 8, AT 12:01AM HST.
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: APR 1, AT 11:59PM HST.

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About the Race 

Date: April 4, 2026
Start Time: 8:00 am
Race Directors: Judy Carluccio and Sara Santilli

Vi’s Top of Tantalus is a 7 mile trail race on the technical trails of Tantalus Mountain in memory of our dear HURT friend, Vi Medusky-Jones, who passed away from ALS several years ago. The start finish is at scenic Puʻu Ualakaʻa State Park overlooking Honolulu. Plan on steep climbs and descents, and, with any luck, lots of mud.

Age Requirement:  Entrants for Vi’s Top of Tantalus must be 15 years of age or older. If under 18, a signed waiver by their parent/guardian must be submitted at or within 3 days of registration.  The waiver form is available for download in the waiver tab. Instruction on how to submit the signed waiver is at the bottom of the form.

Cupless:  We are proud that the HURT Trail Series will continue to be cupless! Bring your own reusable cup or bottle for post-race hydration.

Start Location

Puʻu ʻUalakaʻa State Park
3198 Round Top Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822

Course Map

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Course Description

Vi’s Top of Tantalus is a 7-mile foot race on the technical trails of Tantalus Mountain. The course includes steep climbs and descents with rocks and roots and mud.

  • The start is at Puu Ualakaa State Park at the upper parking lot. Descend through the Norfolk pines and take Ualakaa Trail to Makiki Valley Trail and continue west; turn right up Nahuina Trail to the top of Tantalus Drive (single-lane bridge); turn right on Tantalus Drive and continue slightly uphill for about 100 yards.
  • Enter Kalawahine Trail on the left. Follow Kalawahine Trail until you reach the boardwalk at Pauoa Flats. Turn Right and head up the flats to the Pig Gate.
  • Go through the gates and follow Manoa Cliffs to Round Top Drive crossing. Cross the road onto Moleka Trail, then turn right on Makiki Valley Trail at the end of the man-made steps. At the four-way trail intersection, turn left onto Ualakaa Trail and follow it to, and up through, the Norfolk pines to the finish at Puu Ualakaa Park.

Race Check-In Procedure

  • IMPORTANT PARKING INFO:  No parking inside the Pu’u ‘Ualaka’a State Park for racers. Parking inside the park is limited to volunteers. All participants must park on the shoulder of Round Top Drive outside the entrance of the State Park, with all tires COMPLETELY off of the roadway. Parking is not permitted on the grass median across from the entrance to the park. Carpooling is highly encouraged, as shoulder space is limited. The vehicle operator is solely responsible for consequences that may occur due to illegal parking.
  • NOTE that if you park inside the Park, it must be in a marked stall; be aware that Park officials have issued citations for not doing so.
  • Check-in Check-in on race morning will be required at a table set up in the parking lot near the restroom between 7:20 and 7:55 am.  If you miss the 7:55 am cut-off for registration, you must wait until after the race has started to register and begin your run.  Your time will not be adjusted for the delayed start.  
  • At check-in, participants will be given a bib with an assigned number.
  • Once check-in is complete, hang out until the Race Directors provide final instructions and send you on your way. 
  •  Restrooms are available at the start/finish.
  • There are no aid stations on the course so runners should be prepared to carry fluids, fuel, etc. with them.  
  • REMEMBER:  Have fun! Be courteous to your fellow runners and show your thanks to the volunteers!
  • Contact us if you have any questions.

Entrants

Start List

Results

HURT Trail Series Waiver

  • I wish to enter and participate in a HURT, Inc. Trail Series event.  I accept the rules, conditions, and regulations of the event and will comply with them.  I am aware of and assume all risks associated with this trail run, recognizing it is extremely difficult and hazardous for even well-conditioned athletes under the most favorable of conditions.  The Trail Series Runs cover difficult mountainous terrain with precipitous drop offs in a tropical rain forest and span great extremes of humidity and temperature.  I certify that (a) I am in excellent physical condition, (b) I have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical person, and (c) I have sufficiently trained for participation in this event, on rugged trails.  I am also aware that I may be exposed to physical injury from a number of natural factors on the trail, such as lack of water, threat from wildlife, rainstorms, rockslides, and hazards from vehicular traffic attendant to running across roadways.  I understand and accept that the risks include the fact I may become injured or incapacitated in a location where it is difficult or impossible to get required medical aid to me in time to avoid additional physical injury, even death.  Knowing these facts, nevertheless in consideration of HURT, Inc. accepting this entry, I HEREBY FOR MYSELF, MY HEIRS, EXECUTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS, WAIVE, RELEASE AND DISCHARGE the HURT Inc., State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Na Ala Hele Trail Group, RRCA, any official sponsor, entity, and the officers, trustees, directors, shareholders and/or members, agents and employees of each, all medical and other personnel assisting with the Run, or any of them and any other person connected with this running event, their representatives, successors and assigns, “Run Management”, FROM ANY AND ALL RIGHTS CLAIMS OR LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE for any and all injuries to me or my property, or for damage caused by me or by any else (including Acts of God), arising out of or in connection with my participation in this event, and further indemnify and hold harmless the said Run Management from any and all liability or claims arising out of or in connection with my participation in this event.
  • I understand that if I am under the age of eighteen, a parent or guardian must approve my race participation by signing this waiver. The signed waiver must be submitted at registration or within three days of registering. Waivers will not be accepted on race day.
  • I understand that entry fees are necessary to meet the costs of preparation months in advance of the Run, and that if the Run is canceled because of Acts of God, or other circumstances beyond the control of the Run management, the entry fee will not be refunded.
  • I understand that there are no refunds for entry fees should I choose not to participate in the event. 
  • I understand that I cannot roll over my entry to the next year should I choose not to participate in the event.
  • I understand that I cannot transfer my entry to another entrant as the event is limited by permitting agencies. 
  • I give permission for free use of my name, voice, picture or my writings for any magazine or newspaper articles, broadcast, promotion or other account of the event.

WAIVER of LIABILITY FOR MINORS (under 18)

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT THAT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS

The Participant and Parent/Guardian hereby freely, voluntarily, and without duress execute the Waiver under the following terms:

MUST BE COMPLETED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN AND MINOR

Waiver 

Participant and Parent/Guardian expressly agree that this release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Hawaii, and that this Release shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Hawaii. Participant and Parent/Guardian agree that in the event that any clause or provision of this Release shall be held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of such clause or provision shall not otherwise affect the remaining provisions of the Release which shall continue to be enforceable.

PARTICIPANT IS AGE 15-17?   ⬚ YES        ⬚ NO

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