Aotearoa Trail Running Hub
Hidden away on the edge of Tongariro National park, sits the alpine fed Tongariro River. Our course follows the Tongariro River trail through stunning native forest, and over crystal clear water, keeping an eye out for anglers and trout in New Zealandās best (and internationally renowned) freshwater fishing spots. WIth native birch forests and piteristic […]
An award-winning day of trail adventures, The DUAL is your only opportunity to participate in an event (or to ride your own bike) on the protected island of Motutapu. Produced in partnership with the Motutapu Restoration Trust, participation in this event contributes directly to the preservation and reforestation of Motutapu. Weāve raised over $300k to […]
Located in the Centre of Hamilton and nestled on the side of the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton Gardens offers picturesque views and wonderfully manicured gardens. Both the start and finish line are sat within the gardens with the course meandering throughout the gardens out towards the Waikato River. You will then cruise along the banks […]
Just a short ten minute drive from Tauranga, Mclaren Falls Regional Park covers a combination of pristine forest and beautiful farmland, all overlooking the stunning Lake Mclaren. Starting at the equestrian center the course climbs up the surrounding park to give spectacular views out over lake McLaren and out towards the Kaimai ranges. To assist […]
Wellington's Best Micro Adventure
Love wine? Love a good Saturday walk or run and wine?? Then do we have a deal for you! Nested in the heart of winemaking in the Hawkes Bay, our course begins at BlackBarn Vineyard, before working its way out and along the Tukituki river. A mixture of native bush, and stunning vineyards is what […]
The OceanaGold Trail Trilogy event includes all the popular running distances and utilises most of the wonderful Hauraki Rail Trail. We cater to runners and walkers, individuals and teams, so If you're looking for a great experience with a group of friends, family, or workmates, get a crew together, or grab a solo entry for […]
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Julians Berry Farm Toi's Challenge is a multi-terrain 18km loop on the beautiful coastal NgÄ Tapuwae o Toi (in the footsteps of Toi) track. The trail twists up and down steep coastal hills and along beautiful Otarawairere and Ohope Beaches, through stunning bush and up and down hundreds of steps.Until the last dash to the […]
The mighty Totara tree, a goliath of the New Zealand rainforest ... ... will watch over huge athletic performances in beautiful Totara Park as runners take on a scenic 6.7km loop ... over and over again. Who will conquer the half, full and ultra marathon distances? Which Relay Teams will prevail through 6 hour, 12 hour and […]
STUNNING TRAIL RUNNING AND WALKING FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES IN THE HISTORIC KARANGAHAKE GORGE With flat and fast riverside trails, glorious climbs up Mt Karangahake and pristine native bush, few locations can compete with the Karangahake Gorge for drama, intrigue, and natural beauty. Join us for one of our favourite running and walking events. […]
An unrelenting course, taking you across the tops of the Tararua ranges, that will fill you with pride upon completion. Enjoy the atmosphere of a traditional NZ mountain race, steeped in history. Jumbo HoldsworthHooper LoopDistance24km12kmVert (m)1500500Gradient6.3%4.2%GRADIENT FACTORHarshTough
This is one beast of a trail running and walking event held in theĀ tongariro national park. Tussock Traverse21km12km6kmDistance32km21km12km6kmVert (m)60010000Gradient1.9%0.5%0%0%GRADIENT FACTORRunnableFlatFlatFlat
Whether you choose the T21, T50, T102 or the TMiler, you will enjoy a point-to-point course, on mostly non-technical, runnable terrain. Our courses and generous cut-off times are deliberately designed with the aim of seeing runners of all abilities reach the finish line. Every course is also designed to capture the stunning and diverse landscapes […]
Blazing Hills is a new trail run/walk event hosted on private property in the heart of the Waimarino. Take the opportunity to experience trails on the vast hill country, which is varied, scenic and has hills that just keep on coming! Expect hills! All our courses are designed to challenge the quads, except for the […]
The Northpower Wild Kiwi will take you into one of the most scenic landscapes in New Zealand ā the Whangarei Heads. The Whangarei Heads is iconic New Zealand ā youād be hard-pressed to find anywhere in the world quite like it. The views go for days and the trails will knock your running socks off! […]
The Riverhead Backyard ReLaps Ultra Who will be New Zealandsā Last Person Standing? Complete one 6.7km lap within an hour, restart again on the hourā¦.continueā¦until only one person is left to complete a lap. A Backyard Ultra is a type of ultramarathon where participants run laps of a set course of 6.706 metres (4.167 miles) and they […]
This 17km Mountain Run really is something special. Taking you to the highest point in the region, it offers a taste of almost every type of running from native bush tracks, private farm lands and hidden coastal beaches with views over Porirua, Mana Island and Cook Strait. It starts from HQ and runs through Porirua […]
Tararua Mountain race 20 per cent chance of sun, 10 per cent chance of no wind, 100 per cent chance of blood, sweat and tears.Race the historic tramping route The Southern Crossing, with the support of LandSAR Southern CrossingKime ClimbField DashDistance36km24km13kmVert (m)23001300770Gradient6.4%5.4%5.9%GRADIENT FACTORHarshHarshHarsh
An epic journey that weaves through the best trails from KÄpiti, the Hutt river trail, Belmont, Porirua, Karori and Wellington City. InsanityThe Worlds EndShake and BakeAfter ShockDistance160km100km50km24kmVert (m)480829661607728Gradient3%3%3.2%3.0%GRADIENT FACTORBumpyBumpyBumpyBumpy
One of New Zealandās most iconic events, the award-winning Cheal T42 takes you into the crisp alpine air and pristine environs of the Tongariro National Park. Perfect for a weekend away with family or friends, the 2024 event offers several run and walk options for every age and ability + we are so stoked to […]
An extraordinary journey along the Waikato River Trails
The Hotprintz Bay of Islands Run/Walk Festival is the third event in the Sport Northland Run/Walk Series that is hosted by Sport Northland Events and is situated in the picturesque Bay of Islands. This iconic event offers a choice of four distances - 6km (Walk only) 8.7km (Run/Walk) 22km (Run Walk) and the new Trek […]
At the tip of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula lies the stunning Shakespear Regional Park. Shakespear is the ideal entry level course ā so bring your family and friends with 100% confidence that they will love every minute! Shakespear's got it all - farmland, friendly animals, well-groomed single track, wider open trails, a waterfall, one or two […]
Get ready to get your heart pumping and your muscles burning with The WUU2K trail run. Our event takes you through some of the most picturesque trails surrounding the city, with hills that will challenge even the most seasoned runners. With a variety of distances to choose from, our event is perfect for all skill […]