The WILD is more than just another weekend event. It is a multi-day celebration of trail and mountain running centred around New Zealand’s trail mecca, Arrowtown. The WILD is organised by the Wild For Nature Trust, established by Kiwi trail runners passionate about protecting the environment we all love to run in. V5000V3000V1600Beast of BrowDistance85km64km30km11kmVert […]
The Revenant is held on Welcome Rock located above Garston in Southland New Zealand. The course you navigate covers a huge variety of terrain from alpine tussock land to Fiordland-like Beech forest. You'll be hot, you'll be cold, you will get wet and have little time to sleep. It could even snow. Can you finish? Maybe […]
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 […]
The Station’s 10,000 acres of land ranges from flat rolling to very steep hill country, peaking at around 700m elevation. It follows the Managapapa River down to its confluence with the Turakina […]
The Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon & Trail Runs will be held on the 14 and 15 February 2025 - you will be able to experience the challenging and diverse terrain […]
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 […]
Pigs Backyard Ultra are run in the wonderful natural beauty of Silverstream reserve, Dunedin. The loop includes a trail beside a water race, a bit of mud, a few stream crossings, loads of native NZ bush and occasionally some wild pigs. Funds raised will go towards Otago Youth Wellness Trust supporting young people with multiple needs to […]
The Old Ghost Ultra is a creation of the not-for-profit Mokihinui-Lyell Backcountry Trust (MLBT) - the community group that built The Old Ghost Road. The Old Ghost Ultra has been created for […]
7 DAY, 6 STAGE, MULTI DAY ULTRA, THROUGH THE STUNNING SOUTHERN LAKES IN CENTRAL OTAGO, NEW ZEALAND. This incredibly scenic Multi Day Ultra Marathon covers approx 250km, through some of […]
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 […]
The Northpower Wild Kiwi will take you into one of the most scenic landscapes in New Zealand – the Whangarei Heads. The Whangarei Heads is iconic New Zealand – you’d […]
Named after the three peaks of Flagstaff (668m), Swampy (739m) and Mt Cargill (676m), the 3 Peaks takes runners and walkers up some of Dunedin’s most beautiful trails through lush […]
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 […]
One of New Zealand’s 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 […]
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 […]
At the tip of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula lies the stunning Shakespear Regional Park. Shakespear is the ideal entry level course – so bring your family and friends with 100% confidence […]
Run The Forest is the only reason you need to get up and get going next winter. Three distances, run party vibes, and Rotorua’s unique geothermal and Redwood trails. Get […]
There is an endless and ever-changing network of trails in this pine plantation forest. Once again we can expect Riverhead to have a sufficient amount of glorious mud and clay! […]
Set on the trails of Miranda with the stunning backdrop of the Firth of Thames, this event will bring our community together in support of the vital conservation efforts of the Pūkorokoro Shorebird Centre. With 5k and 12k options along the picturesque, spacious, natural vistas of the Hauraki Rail Trail there is something for everyone. Get back […]
A self-supported 24hr run around the Blue Lake in Rotorua. How many laps can you do?!
This is a fun run & walk on the Remutaka Rail Trail through the Remutaka Ranges. We start at 254m above sea level and cruise up a shallow gradient (<1 […]
The Mt Isthmus Traverse off-road running event will take place on the privately owned Glen Dene Station in Lake Hawea on Saturday 9th November 2024. If you are up for […]
The PTR is Waikato's community-based trail event, offering a challenge for all ages and abilities on the mighty Pirongia maunga. The PTR team are in it to share a good […]
Bethunes Gully to Mt Cargill summit And up again… And down again… 100 Mile24hr ChallengeDistance160km8.5km (per lap)Vert (m)10830570 (per lap)Gradient6.8%6.8%GRADIENT FACTORHarshHarsh
The 101km Ultra will take in 4,055m of elevation throughout this great run. Starting at Little River Domain runners will head up Western Valley Road and over to Port Levy, […]
Run or walk an off-road Ultramarathon, Marathon, Half Marathon or 10Km, following the course from Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, over the Rail Trail, tracing the Hutt River trail, from […]
The Goat is an exhilarating adventure run from Whakapapa to Turoa Ski Fields on the Round the Mountain track, traversing the western slopes of Mount Ruapehu. The 20 kilometre (approx.) course has over 1,000 metres […]
Where suffering is the prize and everyone's a winner! Northburn 100100km Ultra50km SkyrunThe MarathonDistance160km100km50km42kmVert (m)10,000630026002200Gradient6.3%6.3%5.2%5.2%GRADIENT FACTORHarshHarshHarshHarsh
Challenge yourself to Auckland’s toughest Ultramarathon, Trail Marathon or 22km Run/Walk!Come and join us for a beautifully brutal trail journey through the Hunua Ranges’ stunning native bush and experience an […]
The PTB is a great event which involves people from all aspects of the community and gives back in a meaningful way.It’s great to have an event which is enjoyable […]
Known as one of the most demanding and rewarding events on the Aotearoa trail running calendar, the Ring Of Fire takes you on a full circumnavigation of the formidable Mount […]
This is one beast of a trail running and walking event held in the tongariro national park. Tussock Traverse21km12km6kmDistance32km21km12km6kmVert (m)60010000Gradient1.9%0.5%0%0%GRADIENT FACTORRunnableFlatFlatFlat
The Riverhead Backyard ReLaps Ultra Who will be New Zealands’ Last Person Standing? Complete one 6.7km lap within an hour, restart again on the hour….continue…until only one person is left […]
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. With distances […]
Paparoa Ultra is a new community-driven endurance event celebrating the unique beauty and challenge of the Paparoa Track. Limited to 120 competitors, it offers a rare chance to run an […]
Three Peaks, One Epic Challenge Triple Peaks is Hawke’s Bay’s iconic endurance event, challenging runners, walkers and mountain bikers to take on the region’s three legendary peaks – Mt Kahuranaki, […]
Explore Waitārere Forest with flat easy running and walking as you wind your way through the impressive pines and finish in the famous Event village. Pick a distance to suit […]
Come and experience New Zealand’s most scenic Backyard Ultra, running between the ocean and the mountains, on the wild West Coast
Pure single track with the perfect balance of technical and runnable trail. Excellent course for those wanting to step up to these distances or try off road trail ultras for […]
A serious run or bike ride in some of Wairarapa’s best hill country A scenic walk or run in beautiful surroundings to complete (or counteract!) a Martinborough weekend of great […]
24hr Running event 11 April 2026 – 9am – Lauderdale Reserve Come along and run/walk a 6.3km loop of the iconic Eskdale bush, Set your own goal and complete as […]
What kind of fool? The horse is celebrated for its speed as one of the world’s fastest land animals. A galloping racehorse can top 70km per hour. Only Fools and […]
Redefine your limits at the Carousel Backyard Ultra, the ultimate test of endurance, resilience and mental grit. Are you ready to face the ultimate endurance challenge?
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 […]
The Arc'teryx Routeburn Classic is an adventure run over the world renowned Routeburn Track traversing through two New Zealand national parks. This exclusive event, limited to 400 athletes, takes place […]
The Hits Waitomo Trail Run Experience Waitomo like you never have before! Walkers, runners and children of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join this underground, overground adventure through caves, native bush, canyons and farmland. Choose from 5, 11, 23 or 35km and experience breathtaking scenery as you run through the landscape Sir Peter Jackson […]
Run With NZ's BestRight in Your Backyard New Zealand Mountain Running Championships / Kaukau Skyline Traverse
Taking place at the majestic Island Hills Station, Skedaddle is one of the most well loved trail events on the calendar! With nature at the heart of the event, all […]
An epic journey that weaves through the best trails from Kāpiti, 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
Runnable, well maintained trails and multiple aid stations make this the perfect first ultra experience. Challenge yourself and earn every kilometre.