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Trail Running Calendar New Zealand 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in New Zealand for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 113 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in New Zealand below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
A community running event in Wedderburn on 15 August 2026 offering a half marathon and an 8 km sprint, with proceeds supporting the Otago and Southland Rescue Helicopter.
A wilderness trail run near Wellington of about 32 km and 965 m ascent, routing along coast, river valley and native bush on 15 August 2026.
Trail running at Te Miro MTB Park on 16 August 2026 with 21km, 10km, 5km and 2km options, team competition, age groups and podium medals.
Six weekly events in June–August 2026 offering in-person Wednesday rogaines with league scoring and a virtual option using the MapRun app.
A women only team obstacle event in Rotorua where teams of three tackle an approximately 6 km outdoor course with mud pits, climbing walls and tunnels. Timed results, finisher medals and on site showers and a hot pool are provided.
Family Tough Guy and Gal Challenge Rotorua is an approximately 3 km family obstacle course with mud pits, climbs and tunnels for teams of two to five at Lakes Ranch.
An off-road obstacle race at Lakes Ranch, Rotorua on 22 August 2026 offering approximately 6 km and 12 km options, natural terrain obstacles, hot showers and a team challenge requiring five members with at least two women.
A community fundraising run for Seddon School in Marlborough New Zealand held on Sunday 23 August 2026. Distances include 5 km, 10.5 km and 15 km and the day concludes with a gala at the school.
Forest Run Fest features four forest courses at Bottle Lake Forest near Christchurch, from a 2 km kids run to a 21 km half marathon, with marked trails, marshals and aid stations on the longer routes.
A multi-distance ultramarathon near Naseby, New Zealand, run on a 10 km figure eight loop beside the historic Water Race. Distances range from 50 km up to 200 mile, with a 60 km team relay format where each runner does 30 km.
A trail running event on 29 August 2026 at Waipapakauri, New Zealand, with multiple distances through Te Hiku Forest. Options include 4 km, 11.5 km, and a half marathon.
Multi-distance trail running and walking at Waitawa Regional Park with coastal views, native bush single-track, aid stations and safety and biosecurity measures.
A scenic point to point event on the Lake Dunstan Trail offering marathon, half marathon and 10 km options with aid stations, GPS tracking and on-course medical support.
September 2026
Self-supported 6 hour and 12 hour running challenges on a 5.5 km loop at Lakes Resort Golf & Country Club in Pāuanui with pay what you want entry.
A community running and walking event in Kaikōura with half marathon, 12 km, 5 km and a Marafun on mixed trail and rural courses with mountain and peninsula views.
Trail running in Kinloch Taupō on 5 September 2026 with multiple distances, 3D koru finisher medals and a no disposable cup policy.
Backyard Ultra at Centennial Reserve, Timaru where runners repeat a 6.7056 km loop each hour until one runner completes the final loop alone.
Trail event at Taupahi Reserve, Turangi with 5 km, 11.2 km and 14.5 km options through native forest, swing bridges and riverside views.
A community hill run in Wainuiomata offering 6.5 km and 10 km run or walk options, with kids and buggy categories and support for Kokiri Marae Pātaka Kai.