First-timer friendly: 23km through redwoods and lakeside trails to downtown Rotorua
Starting at the beautiful shores of Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), the T21 is a 23km point-to-point trail run perfect for first-time trail runners and families. The non-technical course circles the Blue Lake track, passes through the towering Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest, and winds along Sulphur Point's steaming thermal landscape before finishing at Village Green. A joyful introduction to the Tarawera community.
Suitable for first-timers
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New ZealandFebruary 13, 2027
Tarawera Ultra-Trail T21 is a point-to-point trail race in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, held on February 13, 2027. The course covers 23 km, climbs 400 m, and has a 7h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) Start | 0.0 | 431 m | — | Drop Bags | |
Tikitapu (Blue Lake) Aid Station | 6.0 | 434 m | — | Drop Bags | |
Redwoods Aid Station | 15.8 | 322 m | 18h50m4:50 AM | Drop Bags | |
Village Green Finish | 23.0 | 285 m | 21h7:00 AM | 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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