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Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB

Trail Running covering 14 km to 163 km with up to 3,800 m D+ in Rotorua (Bay of Plenty, New Zealand)

LocationRotorua, Bay of Plenty, New ZealandShow on map(38.1446° S, 176.2378° E)
Date & StatusFebruary 13, 2027 to February 14, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +3,800 m

Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB is an endurance sporting event in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, NZ focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races, UTMB World Series. Key features include Forest, Lakes & Ponds, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including TMiler (163 km, +3,800 m D+), T102 (102 km, +2,300 m D+), T50 (52 km, +1,150 m D+), T21 (23 km, +400 m D+), and Trail 14 km (14 km, +161 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from February 13, 2027 to February 14, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (tarawera.utmb.world).

Official website
Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB in Rotorua (Work: "Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka" · Photo: Alpsdake · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

ForestLakes & PondsMountainNature & Off-RoadMulti-DayHigh Altitude

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
TMilerTrail Running163 km+3,800 m1,150 m - 2,746 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T102Trail Running102 km+2,300 m1,153 m - 2,119 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T50Trail Running52 km+1,150 m1,156 m - 1,639 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T21Trail Running23 km+400 m1,159 m - 1,327 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 14 kmTrail Running14 km+161 m1,162 m - 1,230 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
163 km
Elevation gain
+3,800 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,800 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,746 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4.7 % / 8.5 %
Course format
Loop course
163 km+3,800 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS38.1446° S, 176.2378° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,746 m above sea level (+3,800 m D+, -3,800 m D-)

Peak: 2,746 m·at 100.1 km·Ø 4.7 %
1,150 m1,682 m2,214 m2,746 m0 km32.6 km65.2 km97.8 km130.4 km163 km2,746 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB take place?

Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB takes place in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, NZ (start area at coordinates 38.1446° S, 176.2378° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from February 13, 2027 to February 14, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including TMiler (163 km, +3,800 m D+), T102 (102 km, +2,300 m D+), T50 (52 km, +1,150 m D+), T21 (23 km, +400 m D+), and Trail 14 km (14 km, +161 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB?

The main competition (TMiler over 163 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,800 m of elevation gain and -3,800 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,746 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 Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (tarawera.utmb.world).