Paekākāriki
Trail Running Calendar near Paekākāriki 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Paekākāriki for 2026-2027! We've gathered 10 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
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.
October 2026
Trail races at Whareroa Farm on 06 October 2026 offering 7.3 km, 12 km and 17 km courses with mixed MTB tracks, bush trails and coastal views.
November 2026
A scenic run and walk on the Remutaka Rail Trail near Upper Hutt with 21 km, 14 km and 7 km courses on mainly gravel trails, water stations and on course first aid support.
A coast-side running festival at Paraparaumu Beach on 8 November 2026 with 21.8 km, 10.65 km, 5 km and a 2 km kids event plus team entries and discounts.
January 2027
Off-road events from the Remutaka Rail Trail to Petone offering 60 km, marathon, half and 10 km options, finishing at McEwan Park with aid stations and shuttle support.
A Backyard Ultra at Queen Elizabeth Park where runners complete repeating one hour laps of 6.71 km until one participant remains; self-sufficient event limited to 150.
February 2027
A one-day offroad festival in Wellington featuring trail runs from 6 km to 42.2 km, mountain bike races including e-bike categories, and a technical off-road duathlon.