Expected November 2027
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Legend of the Peaks is a trail running festival in Whakarewarewa Forest on the edge of Rotorua, New Zealand. Runners head out on forest singletrack beneath native and exotic canopy, with rolling climbs, roots and soft dirt underfoot and glimpses of the area's geothermal scenery. Six options are on offer, from a 5 km trig loop through to a 50 km ultra, so the day works for first timers and seasoned trail runners alike. All races are listed as starting on Friday 6 November 2026, with individual start times still to be confirmed.
Forest singletrack through Whakarewarewa Forest
Geothermal Rotorua landscapes
Trig point views
Six distances from 5 km to 50 km
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Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, New Zealand
Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, New Zealand
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There are six entry options: the Secret Spot Hot Tubs 5K Trig Loop, the Titokorangi Forest 10K, the Camelbak Moerangi Half Marathon (21 km), the New Zealand Forest Marathon (42 km), the Whaka Ultra 50K and a dedicated Guide Runner Entry.
Yes. A separate Guide Runner Entry is offered alongside the standard distances, so runners who need a guide can enter with their guide runner.
The races run on forest trails in Whakarewarewa Forest. Expect singletrack dirt, roots and rolling climbs rather than road or pavement.
The event is held in forest, which offers some shelter, but the organiser has not published a specific weather policy. Any decision to change or cancel a race would be communicated directly to entrants.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Rotorua, New Zealand
Expected November 2027
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