The Awa Adventure Run

The Awa Adventure Run, scheduled for 27 September 2025, offers participants the opportunity to experience the picturesque landscape of Te Awa Tupua – Whanganui River. The event caters to a broad spectrum of runners and walkers, making it a suitable experience for families.

Participants can anticipate various course options, each with unique terrain and challenges. The long course will test endurance with its multiple climbs, while the medium course provides a balance of mixed terrain and a couple of significant ascents. The short course is designed as an introduction to trail running, featuring primarily easy terrain.

The terrain across all courses is diverse, encompassing gravel roads, 4WD tracks, and single trails. These routes traverse through regenerating native bush and exotic forest, offering stunning views of the Whanganui River.

In addition to the adult courses, there is a Kids run designed with a mostly singletrack route over easy terrain. The varying course options ensure a suitable challenge for all participants, irrespective of their skill level.