Legend of the Peaks 2024

Based in Rotorua, the Geothermal, Cultural and Adventure mecca of Aotearoa New Zealand, the Legend of the Peaks festival provides running and walking events for all levels of fitness with distances starting from 2kms for kids to the pinnacle event, the New Zealand Forest Marathon covering 42kms of off-road and trail running. The New Zealand Forest

5K Trig Loop Titokorangi 10K Moerangi Half Marathon New Zealand Forest Marathon

5K Trig Loop

ITRA Points

Mountain Level

Finisher Level

National League

RACE DETAILS RACE COURSE RACE RESULTS

Course details

Race Date: 2024/11/09

Start Time: 09:30:00

Participation: Solo

Distance: 5.59

Elevation Gain: +119

Elevation Loss: -119

Time Limit: 3:30:0

Number of Aid Stations: 0

Number of Participants: 2500

About the Race

A fun run distance suitable for most people including families, social groups and high school students. Walk, Run, Race, Enjoy 5kms of Thermal and Forest trails in the Whakarewarewa Forest

This introductory off-road running experience takes runners and walkers alike from the recreational hub of Waipa on to the Peak of Kohaturoa-Pohaturoa, providing stunning views of Whakarewarewa and the Rotorua Caldera. A perfect distance for leisure runners, corporate groups and a potential High School competition.

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