Sunday 11 July 2027
Cape Egmont Half Marathon
Okato, Okato to Cape Egmont
The race
About this course
The event features a 21.8km course that showcases the picturesque Taranaki region. Starting in Okato, participants encounter a gradual incline on rural roads leading to a midpoint, followed by a gentle descent toward the coast. The route concludes at the Cape Egmont Boat Club, where a replica lighthouse marks the finish line in Warea.
An option is available for those who prefer a relay format, allowing teams of two to share the distance. The first leg spans 11.4km, with the changeover taking place at the top of Mid Newall Road, while the second leg covers 10.4km to the finish.
This race is held annually in memory of Andrew Smith, a local runner who faced significant health challenges but continued to participate in running events. His legacy is honored through this community gathering, which aims to foster camaraderie among participants while supporting a charitable cause. All proceeds from the event are directed to the Taranaki Cancer Society, reinforcing the event’s commitment to community support. Each participant who completes the course receives a medal, contributing to the sense of achievement and shared experience among runners and walkers.
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Distances
Half Marathon - solo
21.1km
Half Marathon - relay (2-person)
21.1km
What to expect
Race day conditions
Terrain and altitude come from the course. Weather is a ten-year average for this date, not a forecast.
Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).
Getting there
Event location
Oxford Road, Ōkato, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
From runners
What runners wish they’d known
Event details and map location come from public information on the official event website(opens in a new tab). If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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