Trek the Forest, Rotorua
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About the race
Trek the Forest, Rotorua is a trail event held at Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) offering three route options around the lake and into Whakarewarewa forest. Distances available are:
- 5.5 km
- 13.7 km
- 15.6 km
The short route follows the lake shore and uses mostly well-formed track. The mid and long routes extend into Whakarewarewa forest, passing views of Green Lake and areas of old growth forest. Track surfaces are approximately 90% well-formed track and 10% more technical single track. Elevation gain varies by route: the short course has 96 m, the mid course has 421 m, and the long course has 479 m.
The event is presented as suitable for a weekend away in Rotorua, with the long course positioned as a preparation distance for trail runners building toward longer events. The mid course is described as appropriate for keen walkers and runners. An accommodation discount is available at a nearby holiday park across the road from the event village, offering up to 15% off bookings for participants.
Course maps and images are provided for reference, including an overview map titled Rotorua – Blue Lakes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
