Crater Rim Ultra
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Crater Rim Ultra 2026
Crater Rim Ultra 2026 is a trail running event held at Hansen Park, Butler Street, Opawa, Christchurch, New Zealand on 18 October 2026. The event marks the 25th edition and is supported by La Sportiva. Courses run across the Port Hills and Lyttelton Harbour area and include sections of native bush, coastal landscapes, farm tracks, and hilltop viewpoints that offer city and harbour views.
The programme includes several distances with separate entries and fees. The organiser publishes safety rules, compulsory gear requirements, course markings, and enforced cut-off times to manage access, safety, and logistics. Transfers between distances or to another runner are permitted under the published transfer policy and must be completed by 14 October 2026 with a $5 administration fee. Participants are responsible for their fitness, equipment, and for carrying personal medication. The organiser may modify courses, start times, distances, or formats for safety or operational reasons. Photography and media may be captured and used for promotional purposes under the event terms. Entry fees vary by distance and some distances show sold out status.
Distances offered include: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 53 km Crater Rim Ultra with multiple checkpoints
- 30 km Bellbird Buster across peninsula terrain
- 22 km Kiwi Challenge to the Sign of the Kiwi
- 12 km Rapaki Rumble to Summit Road
- 6 km Valley View short trail course
- 2 km Kids Dash for ages 7 to 15
- 1 km Kids Dash for ages 6 and under
