Expected February 2028
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The T21 is an achievable, point-to-point 21km trail run that has all the fun of the other distances with less of the run! This is a great option for first-time trail runners and families to get the full trail running experience, without going the long distance.
Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) start
Towering redwoods forest
Steam alongside the trail at Sulphur Point
Finish at Village Green in downtown Rotorua
Start / Finish
Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) Reserve
Village Green in downtown Rotorua
Race Day
Recovery
What to bring
Mandatory gear as specified on the Mandatory Gear page
What you get
Finisher medal
Chip timing
Race photos
Race pack with bib number and timing chip
Drop bag service
Event mobile app
Awards and prizes for top finishers
On-course photography (purchased at registration or post-event)
On the day
Toilets
Bag drop
Food vendors
Merchandise
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
9 hours total time.
An optional pre-race shuttle bus is available for $8.00, picking up from the Village Green on Tutanekai St between 8:30am and 9:15am. Limited parking is also available at the start line if you prefer to drive yourself.
Race entry, race pack with bib number and timing chip, drop bag service, event mobile app, fully stocked aid stations, finisher medal, post-event recovery area with food & drinks, awards and prizes for top finishers, and on-course photography (purchased separately).
The T21 is a UTMB World Series 20K Event. Finishers of T21 will receive 1 running stone.
A Finish Line Drop Bag service is available which allows you to have your own personal supplies (change of clothes, shoes, shorts, post race nutrition, etc.) at the finish line.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Rotorua, New Zealand
Expected February 2028
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