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SUMMARY:The Possum Night Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:With three course options – 5km\, 11km\, and 21km – The Possum truly is a race at your own pace\, welcoming walkers\, runners\, first-timers\, families\, and seasoned trail legends alike. Whether you’re strolling under the stars\, jogging with mates\, or chasing a big night-time PB\, there’s a Possum distance made just for you.This year will glow with brand-new courses\, an enchanted forest vibe\, bridges to cross\, and trails that feel made for after-dark adventure.On the 11km and 21km\, you’ll even hear the rumble of Huka Falls – pure Possum magic. Perfectly timed to land during the Taupō Winter Festival and the July school holidays\, this new location is set to deliver a bigger glow\, bolder trails\, and a whole new chapter of Possum mischief. Get ready… the glow has been turned all the way up.
URL:https://paincave.co.nz/event/the-possum-night-trail-run/
CATEGORIES:Flat,Half-Marathon,North Island,Short Distance,Upper North Island,Waikato
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SUMMARY:Cougar Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Arguably Tokoroa’s best kept secret\, Cougar Mountain Bike Park is a spot that will wow even the most seasoned trail runners & walkers out there.   \n\n\n\n50min from Taupo\, tucked away just behind the Tokoroa township\, Cougar boasts 30km+ of purpose-built trails to keep you smiling all the way from start to finish. This is the sort of place that’ll leave you wondering why you’d never made it there before and itching to come back!
URL:https://paincave.co.nz/event/cougar-trail-run/
CATEGORIES:Half-Marathon,Hilly,North Island,Short Distance,Upper North Island,Waikato
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SUMMARY:The Taniwha
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the many facets of New Zealand’s natural beauty on the Waikato River Trails \nWind your way through native bush\, exotic forest\, historic landmarks\, open reserves\, geological formations\, boardwalks over wetlands\, and stunning single track – taking in expansive lake and river views throughout. \nIf too much amazing scenery were possible this would be it! \n\n\nMarathonHalf Marathon16km7kmDistance42km22km16km7kmVert (m)4471496933Gradient1.1%0.7%0.4%0.5%GRADIENT FACTORRunnableFlatFlatFlat
URL:https://paincave.co.nz/event/the-taniwha/
CATEGORIES:Half-Marathon,Hilly,Marathon,North Island,Short Distance,Upper North Island,Waikato
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SUMMARY:Waitomo Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:The Hits Waitomo Trail Run \n\n\n\nExperience Waitomo like you never have before! \n\n\n\nWalkers\, runners and children of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join this underground\, overground adventure through caves\, native bush\, canyons and farmland. \n\n\n\nChoose from 5\, 11\, 23 or 35km and experience breathtaking scenery as you run through the landscape Sir Peter Jackson described as “… way too pretty for The Hobbit“. 
URL:https://paincave.co.nz/event/waitomo-trail-run/
LOCATION:Waikato\, Waikato\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Half-Marathon,Hilly,North Island,Short Distance,Upper North Island,Waikato
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260328T000000
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SUMMARY:Flight of the Kōkako Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Paraiti Catchment Care Group’s Flight of the Kōkako Trail Run on 28 March 2026 is an adventurous off road run in the Te Ranga district of Te Puke. \n\n\n\nWith distances of 5km\, 10km\, 16km and 21km\, there is something for everyone. The course traces the path of the Kōkako through native forest\, creek beds and beautiful farmland not usually accessible to the public. \n\n\n\nAll profits will be dedicated to enhancing and expanding the trapping network\, as well as planting native trees throughout the catchment\, with the goal of establishing a corridor that connects the two kōkako populations of Kaharoa and Otanewainuku. \n\n\n\nParticipants in the race will each have a native tree planted in their honour.
URL:https://paincave.co.nz/event/flight-of-the-kokako-trail-run/
LOCATION:Te Puke\, Te Puke\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Half-Marathon,North Island,Waikato
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SUMMARY:Pirongia Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:The PTR is Waikato’s community-based trail event\, offering a challenge for all ages and abilities on the mighty Pirongia maunga. \n\n\n\nThe PTR team are in it to share a good time. If you want to take on some of the course records\, brilliant! You’re equally brilliant if you just want to cruise up and roll down the hill. Get amongst. \n\n\n\nOperating under the umbrella of the charity\, the Kiwi Challenge Foundation\, the PTR is a not-for-profit initiative designed to promote active and healthy living in the outdoors. \n\n\n\nWith help from the Community Partners\, the PTR works with local schools and youth groups to facilitate free entries for community youth. How good. Clap\, Clap for the Community Partners. \n\n\n\nMunterGrunterPunterDistance36.8km13.8km8.2kmVert (m)21631161616Gradient5.9%8.4%7.5%GRADIENT FACTORHarshBrutalBrutal
URL:https://paincave.co.nz/event/pirongia-trail-run/
LOCATION:Pirongia\, Pirongia\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Half-Marathon,Hilly,North Island,Short Distance,Upper North Island,Waikato
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250308T000000
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SUMMARY:Blazing Hills
DESCRIPTION:Blazing Hills is a new trail run/walk event hosted on private property in the heart of the Waimarino. \nTake the opportunity to experience trails on the vast hill country\, which is varied\, scenic and has hills that just keep on coming! \nExpect hills! All our courses are designed to challenge the quads\, except for the 3km trail\, which is designed for all age groups and abilities who just want to get out and have fun! These special places are only open for this event – and take you off the beaten track across private farmland. \nWith a range of four distances to choose from 3kms – 20.5kms\, choose the event to suit you! \nWe’ve got camping\, après race beverages and food\, games for the kids and so much more – so make a day of it! \nOur focus is to host an event that is utterly amazing\, where people can enjoy themselves and connect through the great outdoors. It is an opportunity for us to collaborate and give back to our rural community. \n\n\n20.5km Run9km Run6km RunDistance20.5km9km6kmVert (m)867408253Gradient4.2%4.5%4.2%GRADIENT FACTORToughToughTough
URL:https://paincave.co.nz/event/blazing-hills/
LOCATION:Tongariro National Park\, Tongariro National Park\, Ohakune\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Half-Marathon,Hilly,Lower North Island,North Island,Short Distance,Waikato
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