Waitomo Trail Run

– The Waitomo Trail Run offers a dynamic and adventurous running experience both above and beneath the ground, featuring courses that traverse through unique geological and natural landscapes.

Course Features:
– The longer courses begin at the Mangapohue natural tunnel, showcasing a journey through distinctive geological formations, farmland, and Department of Conservation (DOC) tracks adjacent to the Marokopa River.
– These courses culminate differently; one finishing at Stubbs Farm and the other extending to the Waitomo Glowworm Visitors Centre.
– A mid-range course starts and ends at Stubbs Farm, featuring a route rich in karst landscapes, limestone climbs, and sections through native bush within the QEII conservation area.
– The shortest course offers a unique beginning inside the Ruakuri Caves, emerging from a spiral staircase into Ruakuri Reserve. Participants will experience running under impressive limestone structures and through various natural tunnels, concluding their race at the Waitomo Glowworm Visitors Centre.

Logistics:
– The event utilizes a mix of private land and public tracks, offering a rare glimpse into both managed and wild parts of the region.
– The courses are designed to cater to a variety of fitness levels, providing both challenging and more accessible terrain.

Unique Aspects:
– The incorporation of underground passages and cave systems in the race route sets this event apart, providing runners with an unusual and memorable running environment.
– The scenic mix of farmland, bush, and geological formations along the courses offers participants diverse visuals and challenges.