Taupo Ultramarathon

Trail Running covering 50 km to 100.1 km with up to 2,860 m D+ in Taupo (Waikato, New Zealand)

Location

Taupo, Waikato Region, New ZealandShow on map(38.6843° S, 176.0704° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +2,860 m

Taupo Ultramarathon is an endurance sporting event in Taupo, Waikato Region, NZ focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road, Relay.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including 100 Km Run (100.1 km, +2,860 m D+), 100 km Run Equipe (100.1 km, +2,860 m D+), Trail 74 km (74 km, +1,221 m D+), and 50 Km Run/Walk (50 km, +1,190 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (taupoultra.co.nz).

Official website

Taupo Ultramarathon in Taupo (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

Mountain Lakes & Ponds Nature & Off-Road Relay High Altitude

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
100 Km Run	Trail Running	100.1 km	+2,860 m	1,150 m - 2,351 m	Loop course	Route & profile
100 km Run Equipe	Trail Running	100.1 km	+2,860 m	1,153 m - 2,354 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 74 km	Trail Running	74 km	+1,221 m	1,156 m - 1,669 m	Loop course	Route & profile
50 Km Run/Walk	Trail Running	50 km	+1,190 m	1,159 m - 1,659 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

100.1 km

Elevation gain

+2,860 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,860 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,351 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.7 % / 10.3 %

Course format

Loop course

100.1 km+2,860 m D+Peak 2,351 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,351 m above sea level (+2,860 m D+, -2,860 m D-)

Peak: 2,351 m·at 44.3 km·Ø 5.7 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Taupo Ultramarathon take place?

Taupo Ultramarathon takes place in Taupo, Waikato Region, NZ (start area at coordinates 38.6843° S, 176.0704° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Taupo Ultramarathon?

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Taupo Ultramarathon?

The main competition (100 Km Run over 100.1 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,860 m of elevation gain and -2,860 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,351 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 Taupo Ultramarathon?

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