A run like no other—towering 100-year-old trees, crisp alpine air, and golden autumn colours set the scene for an unforgettable day on the trails. The Hanmer Half is fun, and seriously scenic, winding through the stunning Hanmer Heritage Forest with breathtaking mountain views. Whether you're here to chase a time, enjoy a weekend away, or […]
This run is limited to 600 participants on the day. This Ultra caters for the beginner through to the Elite Ultra Athlete looking to do their fastest time. The Trail is a Grade 2 Mountain Bike Ride and does give some good uphill climbs, with the finish a good downhill to the seafront finish in […]
The Best Dam Backyard Ultra starting on 9 May 2026 is a last one standing event based at Otematata Wetlands in Canterbury. A Backyard Ultra is a form of ultramarathon […]
We are absolutely stoked to be able to bring you a unique piece of running in New Zealand, maybe even the world. The great folks at Meridian have allowed us access to over 25km of trails up amongst one of the most advanced wind farms in the world. High quality trails with more variety than […]
The perfect outing to get active in the sun and take in the beautiful scenery of the Bay of Islands. Trek Trail & Fish Full Marathon Half Marathon 8.7km 6km
Set on the eastern end of the Tāwharanui Peninsula, this park boasts some of our region's most beautiful white sand beaches, rolling pastures, shingled bays, native coastal forest and regenerating wetlands. The park is a very successful wildlife sanctuary, so the bird life is incredible too! There is plenty of elevation to keep you honest, […]
An extraordinary journey along the Waikato River Trails
Join us for the debut of our unique trail running event at Cable Bay, Nelson. With four distances to choose from, including a 10km taster and epic 55km ultra marathon, the event offers something for everyone. Traversing a mix of the Cableway Walkway and private land, you’ll take on challenging hill climbs, wander over rugged […]
Sunday - 24th May 2026 A classic Barefoot XTRAIL course with a great old Woolshed by the Venue HQ. The courses take you through pine and native forest, plus a fair amount of open well formed tracks. It’s a solid run, with a bit of climbing, but worthwhile for the views. This venue is everything […]
Event #1 in the series. Just 30 minutes from Christchurch, Willesden Farms at Kaituna Valley delivers a spectacular Banks Peninsula trail experience shaped by ancient volcanic landscapes, rolling ridgelines, and hidden pockets of native bush. Starting low in the valley, the course climbs steadily through trees and open hill country before bursting onto exposed ridges […]
Beautifully maintained showground fields in the suburbs of Whangarei City. The big open fields flow into some sheep farm paddocks at the backend of the course (the highest part of the loop) with some beautiful views over the countryside. The travel under foot is a mix of field, farm, single trail, gravel road, tarseal roading. […]
Milnes Beatson Half Marathon 21.1km The course offers a mix of running terrains including technical single track, easier single track and sections of forestry road. After 4km there is a 3km section that rises 200m which is the steepest part of the course. The second half of the course is easier but there are still […]
Imagine picking your way through bush-clad trails with hundreds of other bobbing head torches, all under a starlit sky. No personal bests in this event, just a brand new experience for most and new way to explore Wellington’s great trails. We’ll keep the tracks nice and sure underfoot, and make sure you arrive home safe […]
As the largest area of native forest in Auckland, the Hunua Ranges boast an outstanding selection of glorious single track, stunning bush, fast gravel trails and even a stream crossing or two to keep it interesting! Tucked in the breathtaking heart of this forest you’ll forget you are anywhere near the big city While the […]
This is an ADVENTURE RUN folks, the ‘adventure’ part means you can’t run all of this course. The serious stuff on this course is off track. There may be some […]
Event #2 in the series. Located just five minutes north of Amberley, Mount Cass Station sits where the Waipara wine region meets the rugged Pacific coastline. This dramatic landscape is defined by impressive limestone outcrops, big hills, and bush-filled gullies, creating a challenging and visually striking course. Expect sustained climbs, technical descents, and constantly changing […]
Mt Vernon Grand Traverse, an 18km hill run up Mt Vernon following the boundaries of the Wither Hills Farm park. With 950 metres of climbing and ascent to 422 metres this is a challenging run!
So you thought you knew our Coastlines? Get up close and personal with Cook Straight. From the spectacular ridge top views to the rugged Coastal Track this is a day you will not forget. A taxing climb at the start of the run sets you up for easy running (not you, Long Course runners, you […]
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 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 […]
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. 50min 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 […]
That’s right, we are coming to Christchurch! McLeans Islands is one of Christchurch’s hidden treasures! This course weaves in and out of beautiful old grown pine forest and along river […]
Boulder Hill offers up a classic slice of Wellington trail running - rugged, scenic, and deeply rewarding. Set in the Belmont Regional Park, the courses take you through a mix of lush native bush, open ridgelines, and rolling farmland with epic views across the Wellington harbour, Hutt Valley, and out to the coast. The short […]
A Backyard Ultra is a form of ultramarathon race where competitors must consecutively run the distance of 6.706kms in less than one hour. When each lap is completed, the remaining time […]
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. […]
Event #3 in the series. Located just five minutes northeast of Springfield, at the base of the incredible Mount Torlesse, this venue delivers a classic Canterbury high-country trail experience. Runners traverse rugged rocky tracks, open tussock slopes, and sheltered pockets of mānuka and beech forest — with the added thrill of creek crossings that will […]
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, […]
The Fairlie Lions Mackenzie Half Marathon is a one-of-a-kind trail event set in the stunning Fairlie Basin, New Zealand. With spectacular mountain views, river trails, gravel roads, and hill climbs, […]
Another of Auckland's hidden gems, Totara Park is packed with variety in every course distance and delivers heaps of smile-inducing running and walking. You'll breathe in plenty of fresh air as you run or walk through the trails and encounter some fast, hard single trails twisting their way throughout the green rolling hills. Just a […]
Set in the rugged and breathtaking landscapes of Glenbervie Forest, managed by Rayonier Matariki Forests. The Northland 100 is an ultra-running experience like no other. This course takes runners deep into forestry land, offering a unique challenge through rolling hills, dense native bush, and wide-open logging roads. With a race village atmosphere at the forestry […]
Spectacular backdrops, stunning scenery and a vibe that can’t be beaten – it has to be the Meridian Hydro Half Marathon. The annual event was created in 2019 by the […]
Complete one 6.7km lap within an hour... Restart again on the hour… Continue… Until only one person is left to complete a lap A Backyard Ultra is a type of […]
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! For the most part, this course is on a clay surface except for the metaled road sections. We recommend wearing shoes with sufficient tread or […]
Event #4 in the series, the final event for 2026. Located just 15 minutes west of Mount Somers Village, at the base of the Moorhouse and Peter Ranges, Inverary Station delivers a true Canterbury high-country adventure. The course winds through rugged rocky trails, open tussock and matagouri country, with multiple creek crossings on the longer […]
Wellington's Best Micro Adventure
A morning for all levels of walkers and runners, get out there, compete and breath in the fresh forest air with your family and friends! With 4 epic race distances […]
This unique ultramarathon event takes place near Naseby - the highest town in New Zealand at 2000ft above sea level. Naseby is 15km north-west by road from Ranfurly and 145km […]
Join us in the Far North for the Summit Forests Kaitaia Trail Run/Walk. You can choose a 4km, 11.5km or Half Marathon - how about it! Choose to run competitively […]
42.2km from Historic Clyde to the Cromwell Heritage Precinct via the stunning Lake Dunstan Cycling and Walking Trail. The trail is a well groomed, firm packed, cycle trail surface. About […]
Tucked away on the south east coast of Auckland this hidden gem makes for some truly stunning running conditions! Made up of three small peninsulas Waitawa boasts outstanding views across the Firth of Thames on every peak and some wicked sections of native bush packed with neat trails just screaming out to be used.
Tip Track Marathon (TTM) is a low-key, no frills trail running race that takes place at the Tip Track in Wellington each year. TTM is all about hard hills, high-fives, […]
This event takes you on a journey through the world-class trail network in and around Kinloch, Taupō. With each course offering something very different from the next, there’s something awesome […]
The Backyard Ultra format is simple:Run 6.7056 kilometers every hour, on the hour until you are the last person standing. All you need to do is be in the corral […]
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 […]
Race Tekapo is an exciting destination race located in the heart of Lake Tekapo, where you can indulge in stunning lake and mountain views, relax and soak in local hot […]
An unforgettable trail running adventure through New Zealand’s iconic Manawatu Gorge, a rare natural wonder where the Manawatū River carves a dramatic path between the Ruahine and Tararua ranges. This […]
A Backyard Ultra in Brighton, Dunedin to fundraise for King's High School. Complete one 6.7km lap within an hour, restart again on the hour….continue…until only one person is left to […]
Cape Kidnappers will take you on an amazing journey and adventure through some stunning locations not normally accessible to the public. The course is set on private land and includes trails by windswept beaches, native forest, waterfalls, river gorges and stunning coastal farmland. If you haven’t been to Te Kauwae-a-Maui / Cape Kidnappers before, […]
You can choose to walk or run the course that best suits you. The terrain will be a mixture of gravel roads, 4WD tracks and single trail incorporating lots of regenerating native bush and exotic forest with stunning views of the Whanganui River. With the exception of the kids course, expect to stretch your legs […]
Tucked away in the heart of Auckland, the Auckland Botanical Gardens and Totara Regional Park are one of Auckland’s best kept secrets! Our courses begin in the heart of Auckland […]
We are excited to bring you a 12 hour endurance event suitable for most abilities. Have you looked at ultra distance running events and wanted to give it a go? […]