98% singletrack bliss — the perfect first ultra on New Zealand's Great Lake Trail.
The 50km event is designed as the entry point into the world of ultras, starting at the Airstrip on Whangamata Road with 50km of the Great Lake Trail's best remaining ahead. Runners descend from the airstrip through native bush into Kawakawa Bay, then climb to Codger's Rock before dropping into Kinloch and joining the W2K Trail for the iconic Headland Loop. At 98% singletrack, this is as pure a trail experience as it gets. A UTMB Index and ITRA-sanctioned event, the 50km is beginner-friendly but still demands respect, with 859m of elevation gain and a generous 14-hour cutoff.
Suitable for first-timers
Taupō, New ZealandOctober 17, 2026
Taupo Ultramarathon 50km Run/Walk is a point-to-point trail race in Taupō, New Zealand, held on October 17, 2026. The course covers 50 km, climbs 650 m, and has a 14h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 558 m | — | ||
Kawakawa Bay Aid Station | 11.0 | 359 m | — | ||
Lisland Aid Station | 19.0 | 368 m | — | Crew | |
Kinloch Aid Station | 26.0 | 360 m | 6h30m4:30 PM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Headland 1 Aid Station | 32.0 | 522 m | 8h15m6:15 PM | ||
Headland 2 Aid Station | 42.0 | 0 m | — | ||
Finish Finish | 50.0 | 359 m | 14h12:00 AM +1 |
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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