Vineyard Vista Trail, Hawke's Bay
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Vineyard Vista Trail, Hawke's Bay
The Vineyard Vista Trail is scheduled for 10 October 2026 and takes place at Black Barn Vineyards near Havelock North in Hawke's Bay. The event offers three route options that travel through vineyard land and surrounding rural countryside.
The long route is a 14.5 km circular course that starts and finishes at Black Barn Vineyards and passes through rolling landscapes around Havelock North. The route follows a mix of gravel paths, vineyard trails and quiet rural roads, with several steady climbs and descents that provide panoramic views of the Hawke's Bay countryside.
Distances:
- 5.8 km, short course, approximately 69 m elevation gain
- 12.3 km, mid course, approximately 236 m elevation gain
- 14.5 km, long course, approximately 254 m elevation gain
Track condition is roughly 70% gravel and trail and 30% sealed road. The event is described as suitable for intermediate runners, keen walkers, and participants who prefer a mix of trail and rural road with gentle elevation. A course map and interactive route materials are listed as available for the short, mid and long courses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
