Ultra Wanaka
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About the race
Ultra Wanaka is a trail running event around Lake Wanaka and the Upper Clutha River that offers multiple runnable courses on well formed public tracks. The routes follow lakeshore paths, river terraces and gravel trails with sustained sections of flat, flowing running and lake and mountain views.
Distances:
- 50 km
- 21 km
- 11.5 km
Course highlights include Dublin Bay, Albert Town, the Newcastle Track, the Outlet Track and Beacon Point, with finishes along the Wanaka lakefront. Aid stations are positioned on each course and provide food, hydration and toilets at specified kilometre points. The 50 km field has aid stations at 9 km, 22 km, 31 km, 38.5 km and 45 km; the 21 km course has stations at 9.5 km and 15.5 km; the 11.5 km course has a station at 6.5 km.
Logistics note that there is no vehicle access to start areas on race morning and all participants must use the official event buses that depart from the lakefront finish area. The event operates cupless refill stations to reduce waste. Mandatory kit is required for the 50 km race and includes thermal layers, a seam sealed waterproof jacket, thermal hat and gloves, an emergency bag and a flask or hydration pack with at least 600 ml capacity. Minimum ages apply and all finishers receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
