Valley Ultra

Trail Running covering 10 km to 54 km with up to 2,500 m D+ in Christchurch (Canterbury, New Zealand)

Location

Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New ZealandShow on map(43.5320° S, 172.6306° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +2,500 m

Valley Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Christchurch, Canterbury Region, NZ focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude, Forest.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including The Whole Hog (54 km, +2,500 m D+), THE PIGLET (24 km, +980 m D+), and THE TEACUP (10 km, +460 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 (ultranz.com).

Official website

Valley Ultra in Christchurch (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

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

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
The Whole Hog	Trail Running	54 km	+2,500 m	1,150 m - 2,200 m	Loop course	Route & profile
THE PIGLET	Trail Running	24 km	+980 m	1,153 m - 1,565 m	Loop course	Route & profile
THE TEACUP	Trail Running	10 km	+460 m	1,156 m - 1,349 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

54 km

Elevation gain

+2,500 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,500 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,200 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

9.3 % / 16.7 %

Course format

Loop course

54 km+2,500 m D+Peak 2,200 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,200 m above sea level (+2,500 m D+, -2,500 m D-)

Peak: 2,200 m·at 32.1 km·Ø 9.3 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Valley Ultra take place?

Valley Ultra takes place in Christchurch, Canterbury Region, NZ (start area at coordinates 43.532° S, 172.6306° 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 Valley Ultra?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including The Whole Hog (54 km, +2,500 m D+), THE PIGLET (24 km, +980 m D+), and THE TEACUP (10 km, +460 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Valley Ultra?

The main competition (The Whole Hog over 54 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,500 m of elevation gain and -2,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,200 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 Valley Ultra?

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