Northland 100
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Northland 100 : event overview
The Northland 100 is an ultramarathon held in Glenbervie Forest, managed by Matariki Forests, roughly 10 km from Whāngarei city centre. The course uses a 41 km figure-eight loop that runs through pine plantation and native bush, with a mix of maintained and older forestry roads.
Distances offered:
- 165 km (four full laps)
- 105 km (two full laps plus a 20 km loop)
- 82 km (two full laps)
- 57 km (one full lap plus a 15 km loop)
- 15 km (single loop)
Elevation estimates are provided per distance (for example, approx. 4,400 m for 165 km and 2,800 m for 105 km). Course surfaces are roughly 75% maintained forestry roads and 25% older unmaintained forestry roads. The route is marked with directional arrows and barrier tape on most roads.
Aid stations are positioned around the loop, including a main timing and aid location at the Lookout junction and at Marua Road; aid stations provide water, electrolytes, and basic supplies. Drop bags are located at the Lookout aid station. Competitors must carry compulsory gear as specified by the organisers; headlamps and spare batteries are required for periods of darkness. Race bibs must be worn visibly for timing and accountability. The overall course cut-off is 32 hours; participants arriving after the cutoff are recorded as DNF. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
