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 […]
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 the crew together and sign up for the coolest thing you’ll do this winter. Choose from our short, mid or long courses to not only […]
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 metalled road sections. We recommend wearing shoes with sufficient tread or […]
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 a challenge and enjoy running on a variety of terrain including mountain trails, single track, ridge-lines and 4wd farm tracks whilst enjoying spectacular mountain and […]
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 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 […]
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, then on to Pigeon Bay, where they will run up to the Summit Road via Middle Road and then back to Pigeon Bay, to Port […]
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 event like no other. Tackle the original 60km Ultramarathon, a course which demands some serious respect! Or join us for the Trail Marathon or 22km […]
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 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 […]
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 iconic Great Walk in race format. Covering the full length of the trail, this event takes you from dense native forest to alpine tops, across […]
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, Te Mata Peak, and Kōhinurākau / Kōhinerākau / Mt Erin. It’s a celebration of adventure, community and the stunning landscapes that make our region unique.
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 the first time. Elevation gain/loss approximately +/- 365m per lap. The race format is a lap format on a 16km, figure 8 (roughly) lap. The […]
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 Horses is a hoof/foot race starting and finishing at Wedderburn, Maniototo.
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 annually in April. Spanning 32 kilometres and reaching an impressive elevation of 1127 metres, it highlights the breathtaking beauty within a designated World Heritage Area […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]