ASICS Hawke's Bay Marathon

Road Running and Trail Running covering 10 km to 42.2 km with up to 160 m D+ in Napier (Hawke's Bay, New Zealand)

Location

Napier, Hawke's Bay, New ZealandShow on map(39.4928° S, 176.9120° E)

Date & StatusMay 15, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +160 m

ASICS Hawke's Bay Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Napier, Hawke's Bay, NZ focused on Road Running and Trail Running. Key features include City Run, Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Full Marathon (42.2 km, +160 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +80 m D+), and 10 km Run (10 km, +35 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 15, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (hawkesbaymarathon.co.nz).

Official website

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Event characteristics

City Run Seaside & Coast Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Full Marathon	Trail Running	42.2 km	+160 m	8 m - 75 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Trail Running	21.1 km	+80 m	11 m - 45 m	Loop course	Route & profile
10 km Run	Trail Running	10 km	+35 m	14 m - 29 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+160 m D+

Elevation loss

-160 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 75 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.8 % / 1.4 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+160 m D+Peak 75 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 75 m above sea level (+160 m D+, -160 m D-)

Peak: 75 m·at 17.3 km·Ø 0.8 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does ASICS Hawke's Bay Marathon take place?

ASICS Hawke's Bay Marathon takes place in Napier, Hawke's Bay, NZ (start area at coordinates 39.4928° S, 176.912° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 15, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at ASICS Hawke's Bay Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Full Marathon (42.2 km, +160 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +80 m D+), and 10 km Run (10 km, +35 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running and Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for ASICS Hawke's Bay Marathon?

The main competition (Full Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +160 m of elevation gain and -160 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 75 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for ASICS Hawke's Bay Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (hawkesbaymarathon.co.nz).