Barefoot Xtrail Series - Battle at Boulder Hill
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Battle at Boulder Hill
Battle at Boulder Hill is a trail running event set in Belmont Regional Park near Wellington. The courses run through native bush, open ridgelines, and rolling farmland with views across Wellington harbour, the Hutt Valley, and out to the coast. The terrain is described as rugged and scenic.
The long course covers a gradual climb through Belmont bush and the Kilmister track, then continues across farmland and open hillside to a summit with wide views of the region. The route then follows downhill tracks with one final climb before returning to the Recreation Reserve.
The medium course follows the same initial climb through bush before opening onto ridge and hillside terrain with similar downhill sections and a short climb before the return to the reserve.
The short course is a compact loop that packs several steady climbs and flowing descents into a smaller route, moving through lush native bush and open ridgelines.
Distances and general estimates:
- 16.76 km, 573 m elevation, estimated 1:30 to 2:30
- 10.88 km, 333 m elevation, estimated 1:00 to 1:40
- 8.07 km, 223 m elevation, estimated 40 to 90 minutes
This event is presented as part of the Barefoot XTRAIL Series and highlights classic Wellington trail terrain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
