Rocky Point Run
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Rocky Point Run : Kawatiri Coastal Trail, Westport
The Rocky Point Trail Run takes place on 14 November 2026 around the Kawatiri Coastal Trail and finishes at Carters Beach near Westport. Proceeds from the event go toward the maintenance and enhancement of the trail.
The event offers multiple course options that follow coastal and native-forest sections of the Kawatiri Coastal Trail. Routes include coastal boardwalks, native forest, suspension bridges and swingbridges, and sections with significant climbs and fast downhills.
Distances and route highlights:
- 35 km Charleston Challenge starting at Constant Bay and following Princes Street, Rotten Row, the Waitakere section, Okari and Tauranga Bay to Carters Beach; includes three swingbridges and native forest.
- 22.5 km Gut-Buster starting near Virgin Flat Road from PAMU's farm, joining the Okari section and passing Tauranga, Omau and Kawau sections with views toward the Paparoa Range and Tasman Sea.
- 12.5 km Bay Watch starting at Tauranga Bay and following the Omau and Kawau sections to Carters Beach.
- 12.5 km Bay Watch walk following the same coastal sections.
- 5 km All Aboard run or walk beginning at the Buller Bridge carpark, crossing the Buller Bridge, joining the Pūwaha section with an elevated boardwalk and crossing Martins Creek suspension bridge to the Carters Beach finish.
- Family team option for the 5 km course.
Registration closes 12 November 2026 at 17:00. The event is organised by Rocky Point and uses the Kawatiri Coastal Trail network for all routes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
