Sunday 11 October 2026
Muriwai Half Marathon
Auckland, Muriwai
The race
About this course
This event caters to a wide range of participants, from competitive runners to families and corporate teams, offering a variety of course options.
The Half Marathon course showcases Muriwai’s rugged west coast, featuring a blend of trail and forestry roads. Runners will encounter rolling terrain, forest canopies, and expansive views of the coastline, creating a visually striking experience.
The 7km route presents a diverse landscape, combining well-formed single tracks, dune trails, and gentle climbs, allowing for a mix of challenge and enjoyment.
For families, the 3km course offers a scenic journey along coastal pathways with sweeping ocean vistas and open trails, designed with minimal elevation, making it accessible for first-time trail runners and children.
Community engagement is a key aspect, as proceeds from the event support the Muriwai Environmental Trust’s efforts to restore kiwi populations in local forests, enhancing the event’s connection to the region’s natural heritage. The event is organized by Lactic Turkey Events, known for its professional execution.
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Distances
Half Marathon
21.1km
7K run/walk
7km
3K family run/walk
3km
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
100 Jack Butt Lane, Muriwai 0881, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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