Taupō Marathon
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About the race
The Taupō Marathon is a certified 42.2 km road race that uses a two-lap version of the half marathon course and a loop through the Ngāroto Estate. The course starts on Tongariro Street and finishes at the Tongariro Domain (Great Lake Centre). Runners pass the airport roundabout, follow SH1 out to 5 Mile Bay, then return along the Great Lake Pathway, including a turnaround at Te Ātea - Tapuaeharuru, and complete a second lap back to the finish. Aid stations are located at 3.4 km, 7.3 km, 12.4 km, 18.1 km, 21.0 km, 23.9 km, 27.8 km, 32.9 km and 38.6 km and provide water and R-Line electrolyte; some stations also offer lollies and fruit.
Toilets are available at all aid stations and public toilets are located approximately every 2 km along the Great Lake Pathway. First aid support is provided on course and each aid station will have a basic first aid kit. The course is marshalled and signposted and is suitable for wheelchairs; major intersections are managed by traffic control and other intersections by marshals. Supporters may not accompany participants on course.
Children aged 14 and under require prior approval to take part. Walk entrants must walk the entire course. Course cut offs are enforced at 21 km, 30.3 km and at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
