A scenic point-to-point classic through native forest and five volcanic lakes
The T102 is a classic 102km point-to-point ultramarathon running from Kawerau to Rotorua through the heart of the Tarawera trail corridor. Five stunning lakes and continuous native bush scenery make this one of the most scenic 100km courses in the Southern Hemisphere. Generous cutoffs and exceptional aid station coverage make it achievable for seasoned marathon runners and first-time ultrarunners alike, with a festive finish at Village Green in downtown Rotorua.
Some ultra experience recommended
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New ZealandFebruary 13, 2027
Tarawera Ultra-Trail T102 is a point-to-point trail race in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, held on February 13, 2027. The course covers 102 km, climbs 2,300 m, and has a 30h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Firmin Field (start) Start | 0.0 | 40 m | — | ||
Titoki Aid Station | 13.7 | 100 m | — | ||
Outlet Aid Station | 27.6 | 307 m | 8h30m3:30 PM | ||
Otamuri Aid Station | 41.7 | 412 m | — | Drop Bags | |
Rotoiti Aid Station | 52.4 | 553 m | — | ||
Okataina Aid Station | 57.5 | 420 m | 17h20m12:20 AM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags |
Millar Aid Station | 72.7 | 480 m | — | ||
Waypoint 6 Landmark | 81.6 | 464 m | — | ||
Tikitapu (Blue Lake) Aid Station | 84.8 | 430 m | 25h15m8:15 AM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags |
Redwoods Aid Station | 94.7 | 297 m | 28h10m11:10 AM +1 | Crew | |
Village Green (finish) Finish | 101.9 | 285 m | 30h20m1:20 PM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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February rainfall is possible; forest trails can become muddy and slippery after wet weather.
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