Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB
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Tarawera Ultra-Trail by UTMB
Tarawera Ultra-Trail by UTMB is a trail running event in Rotorua, New Zealand, and part of the UTMB World Series. The event takes place across two days, 13 and 14 February 2027, and offers multiple point-to-point courses on mostly non-technical runnable terrain.
Courses pass through native New Zealand forest and redwoods and feature eight lakes, waterfalls, and clear streams. The event emphasises community and local culture, referencing tangata whenua (people of the land), whānau (family), manaaki (reciprocal hospitality), and taiao (natural landscapes) as part of the race experience. Organisers describe aid stations, volunteers, and event crew as support elements designed to help runners achieve completion.
Available race distances include:
- 163 km TMiler with 3800 m+ elevation
- 102 km T102 with 2300 m+ elevation
- 52 km T50 with 1150 m+ elevation
- 23 km T21 with 400 m+ elevation
- 14 km T14 with 161 m+ elevation
Race pages list categories within the UTMB World Series and indicate Running Stones awarded per race. The event site provides additional runner information such as entry details, mandatory gear, on-course information, and destination logistics for Rotorua. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
