The perfect first ultra: runnable lakeside trails through Rotorua's volcanic forests
Starting at Te Puia in Rotorua's geothermal heartland, the T50 is a 52km trail run passing three iconic lakes — Green Lake, Blue Lake, and Lake Rotorua — through native bush, conifer forest, and the towering Whakarewarewa Redwoods. Designed as the ideal first ultra for road marathoners and half-marathoners, the runnable terrain and fully-stocked aid stations make this a celebratory, accessible experience.
Suitable for first-timers
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New ZealandFebruary 13, 2027
| Location | km | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
Te Puia Start | 0.0 | 310 m |
Puarenga Aid Station | 10.5 | 337 m |
Rotokakahi (Green Lake) Aid Station | 21.5 | 422 m |
Tikitapu (Blue Lake) Aid Station | 35.4 | 428 m |
Redwoods Aid Station | 45.3 | 310 m |
Village Green Finish | 52.1 | 285 m |
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