Muriwai Marathon
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Muriwai Marathon 2026 : Predator Free Muriwai
The Muriwai event on 11 October 2026 is a trail running festival based at the Muriwai Surf Club in Auckland. Courses run across coastal and forested terrain on the west coast and include sections of single track, forestry roads, dune trails, and coastal pathways. Parts of the courses cross private property that is accessible only on event day.
Distances offered
- 22 km
- 7 km
- 3 km
The event includes on-course aid stations with water, electrolytes, and snacks, plus local first aiders positioned around the route. Course conditions can include sand, tree roots, slippery spots, and other natural features, and organisers recommend planning gear accordingly. The half-marathon course has a cut-off at the 13.5 km mark.
Festival facilities at the event base feature food trucks, a bar operated with Hallertau Brewery, live music, kids activities, and coffee and breakfast options. Participant rewards include a complimentary soft flask and a native plant for each finisher; prizes will be awarded to category winners. Parking is limited and marshals will direct vehicles; organisers advise driving slowly around runners.
The event is run by local volunteers from the Muriwai Environmental Trust to raise funds for local conservation, with the headline goal of supporting kiwi reintroduction in the Muriwai area. There is a strict no-refunds policy and dogs are not permitted on the running tracks, except registered service dogs with prior notification. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
