17–18 October 2026
Whiskey Creek Challenge
Gore, Dolamore Park
The race
About this course
Participants in this event will navigate a 5km loop course set within the scenic Dolamore Park, surrounded by native bush. The course features approximately 200m of elevation gain per lap, providing a mix of challenge and natural beauty.
Runners can choose to enter as individuals or form teams, allowing for varied participation levels. The atmosphere is typically supportive, with community involvement fostering camaraderie among participants.
Organized by the Hokonui Running Group, this event encourages a spirit of endurance and connection to the local environment, making it a unique experience for both competitive and recreational runners.
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Distances
Multiple 5K laps - 3 Hours
Multiple 5K laps - 6 Hours
Multiple 5K laps - 12 Hours
Multiple 5K laps - 24 Hours
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
70 Dolamore Park Road, Gore 9777, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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