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Trail Running Calendar near Queenstown 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Queenstown for 2026-2027! We've gathered 6 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

November 2026
A repeating 6.71 km hourly loop on the Arrow River Trail in Arrowtown where runners continue each hour until only one completes the final lap.
A running festival in the Queenstown Lakes district with marathon, half marathon, 10 km and 2.2 km kids run on hard packed cycle trails. The course passes local sights and finishes in central Queenstown with live tracking and finisher medals.
February 2027
A mountain trail marathon on Ben Lomond Station featuring abandoned gold mining water races, single track ridges, a tunnel and ladder, and over 2500 m of climbing and descending.
A seven day, six stage ultra covering about 250 km through the Southern Lakes and Central Otago, finishing in Queenstown with staged racing and a final awards dinner.
March 2027
A 42.2 km off-road marathon through Motatapu high-country from Glendhu Bay to Arrowtown, with 1050 m climb, mandatory alpine gear, four aid stations and scheduled transport to the start.
April 2027
A 32 km adventure trail run on the Routeburn Track in Fiordland National Park, limited to 400 runners and featuring varied alpine and bush terrain.
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