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South Island Ultra Marathon

May 9

Saturday 9th May 2026

This run is limited to 400 participants on the day. This Ultra caters for the beginner through to the Elite Ultra Athlete looking to do their fastest time. The Trail is a Grade 2 Mountain Bike Ride and does give some good uphill climbs, with the finish a good downhill to the seafront finish in Hokitika, total elevation is around 720m for the 100km run. “This is based off competitors records of 2021” and 500 m of elevation for the 54km.
4 Fantastic Runs on the West Coast Wilderness Trail, the 100km and 54km can be done as a Team of 2 or Individual. The 24km and 6km are individual solo events.
These Ultra Marathons give everyone the chance to experience some great racing in the beauty of the West Coast of New Zealand, whether you’re a first timer or an elite athlete, the challenge is here for you.
All 4 events finish on the Beach Front of Hokitika.
This is a fast trail and gives you the opportunity to do a very fast 100km. Being a runner’s course.
The South Island Ultra Marathon will be held on Saturday 9th May 2026 on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on the West Coast of the South Island.

There are 4 events all being held on the amazing West Coast Wilderness Trail where runners will experience Lakes, Reservoirs, Rivers, Streams, Water Races, Swing Bridges, Bridges from Historic Tram Lines, A Western Town, Forestry, Wetlands, Board Walks, Mountains and the Sea just to name a few things.

This ultra marathon has been described by the media as one of the most scenic ultra marathons in the World.

It is new Zealand’s Fastest and Most Scenic.

4 Events:

  • * South Island Ultra 100km Greymouth to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Teams change at Old Chch Road) – Starts at 5:00am
  • * South Island Ultra 54km Old Christchurch Road to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Team Change at Sunny Bight Feed Station) – Starts 8:00am
  • * South Island Warm Up 24km Lake Kaniere to Hokitika – Solo – Starts 11:00am
  • * South Island 6km Run/Walk Kaniere Township – Starts 11:45am

 

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  • Date: May 9

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