In association with:
The Rotorua Off-Road Trail Run/Walk – 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and Little Devils Kids race
In association with the Lake City Athletic Club Inc, we would love for you to join us in Rotorua for this fantastic run/walk event on Sunday 03rd March 2024 in the stunning Whakawerawera Forest!
Make sure you are part of the outstanding Rotorua Off-road Trail Run/Walk with distances from the Novotel Half Marathon (21.1km) this distance is a two lap course utilising scenic trails and smooth gravel forest roads. The Mitre 10 Mega 10km Run or Walk event which is one lap of the stunning 21.1km course and the Red Stag Timber 5km Fun Run/Walk event. These events also utilise a mix of scenic forest trails and smooth gravel forest roads in the Whakarewarewa Forest.
For the kids…the Lance Lawson Limited 1.5km fun run/walk for children aged 3 to 6 years and a 2.5km fun run/walk for children aged 7 to 10 years. Both options are non competitive, fully supervised on forest roads (Pohaturoa Rd onto Mud Pool Loop, not trails) and take place prior to the adult events starting. Plenty of spot prizes will be up for grabs!
Every competitor that finishes any distance from the Half Marathon to the Little Devils race will receive a finishers medal.
Family Pass!
This is for 2 adults and up to 3 children (children aged 3yrs – 16yrs). This is applicable for all events as long as the children meet the event age restriction. Email info@eventpromotions.co.nz if you would like to enter using the family pass.
2025 DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
21.1km
Novotel 21.1km Half Marathon run or walk
The event is a two lap course utilising scenic trails and smooth gravel forest roads. Entrants must be 16 years of age or older on event day. There will be a cut off time for the Half Marathon to commence your second lap.
10km
Mitre 10 Mega 10km run or walk
This event completes one lap of the course utilising scenic forest trails and smooth gravel forest roads. Entrants must be 12 years of age or older on event day.
5km
Red Stag Timber 5km run or walk
This non-competitive event completes one lap of the course utilising scenic forest trails and smooth gravel forest roads. Competitors must be 10 years or older on race day.
1.5/2.5km
Lance Lawson Little Devils 1.5km & 2.5km
A 1.5km fun run/walk for children aged 3 to 6 years and a 2.5km fun run/walk for children aged 7 to 10 years. Both options are non-competitive, fully supervised and take place prior to the adult events starting.
Course Information
All events are based at the Waipa Sawmill Recreation area adjacent to the mountain bike carpark.
The course starts and finishes at the Waipa MTB carpark setting off down Pohaturoa Road to allow runners to spread out before entering the incredible Pohaturoa Track popping out onto Nursery Road and then heading along the stunning Puarenga Track up Larch Road onto the smooth forestry road Red Tank Road following Nursery back then entering Radio Hut Road at the far end and linking down onto another stunning part of the Whakawerawera Forest the Mud Pool Loop and back to the start.
Travel 2km south of Rotorua on the Rotorua-Taupo Highway (SH5), turn left into Waipa Mill Road and the registration marquee is 500m from this corner on your left. Car park marshalls will direct you to the designated parking areas. The registration, start, finish and prizegivings are all held in this recreation reserve.
The course will follow a mixture of smooth gravel forest roads and scenic forest trails.
The half marathon course is a 2 lap course designed to be achievable by competitors of all abilities. The Half Marathon course has a cut off time for the first lap of 2 hour 5 mins.
The 10km course is a 1 lap course.
The 5km fun run/walk is one smaller loop, on forestry roads and walking tracks.
Event Information
2025 DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
Online Standard Entry Fees – Until 19th February 2024
Half Marathon run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $60.00
10km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $50.00
5km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $35.00
Little Devils event (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $10.00
**Family Pass: $110.00
Online Late Entry Fees – from 20th February until 9am 29th February 2024
Half Marathon run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $70.00
10km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $60.00
5km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $45.00
Little Devils event (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $15.00
**Family Pass: $140.00
On The Day Entry Fees – Sunday 03rd March 2024
Half Marathon run/walk (Includes finishers medal): $70.00
10km run/walk (Includes finishers medal): $60.00
5km run/walk (Includes finishers medal): $45.00
Little Devils event (Includes finishers medal): $15.00
**Family Pass: $140.00
Student Discount
There is a special 20% discount rate available for school aged students (Years 6-13) across all entry types (excl Little Devils Race).
Student ID’s must be provided at check-in/registration.
Family Pass
This is for 2 adults and up to 3 children (children aged 3yrs – 16yrs)
This is applicable for all events as long as the children meet the event age restriction.
Email info@eventpromotions.co.nz if you would like to enter using the family pass.
On the Day Entries
On the day entries will be taken until 10:30am at the event registration.
Mobile eftpos is available, but these facilities can be unreliable so please bring cash where possible.
2025 DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
Entry Confirmation
You will receive confirmation of your entry via email after you have completed the online entry process.
Late Entries
On the day entries will be taken at the event after online entries have closed. Visit the registration tent between 7:30am – 10:30am.
Final Competitors Information
CLICK HERE to download the 2024 Final Competitor Notes
Event Day Timetable – Sunday 03rd March 2024
7:30am – 10:30am: Registration in main marquee at Waipa Recreation Area
9:00am: Start of the Lance Lawson Little Devils 1.5km fun run (3 – 6 yrs)
9:10am: Start of the Lance Lawson Little Devils 2.5km fun run ( 7 – 10yrs)
10:00am: Start of the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside half marathon run/walk
10:15am: Prize Giving – Little Devils kids fun run event only
11:00am: Start of the Mitre 10 Mega Rotorua 10km run/walk
11:15am: Start of the Red Stag Timber 5km run/walk
12:10pm: Cut-off for start of 2nd lap of half marathon
1:30pm: Prize Giving – 5km, 10km and half marathon events only
On the Day Entries
On the day entries will be taken until 10:30am at the event registration.
Mobile eftpos is available, but these facilities can be unreliable so please bring cash where possible.
Toilets and Aid Stations
Toilets are located at the Waipa Recreation Area car park plus at the 5km/16km aid stations.
Water only will be provided at the 4km/15km and 8km/19km aid stations.
Every Competitor Receives…
A stunning finishers medal, free Hell Pizza voucher, Vista Drinks and Em’s Power Bar samples, personalized race number, first aid, event support, electronic timing, plus a chance to win one of our fabulous spot prizes.
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
ALL withdrawals MUST be notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz by 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date. These withdrawals will receive their entry fee refund, minus a $15.00 administrative/booking fee, with the exception of the Little Devil’s entry type where any withdrawls will receive their entry fee minus $5.00 administrative/booking fee.
Any withdrawals notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz after 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date will not be entitled to a refund, no exceptions.
In the case of a natural disaster, closure of the forest due to high winds or other uncontrollable factors, “Act of God” conditions causing the cancellation of the event, entry fees will not be refunded.
Transfer Policy
All person to person transfers can be made between individuals up to 9:00am 14 days prior to the event date. After this date, they must be done at event registration. These transfers MUST be made between the same entry type (event distance).
All transfers to a different entry type (event distance) can be made up to 9:00am 14 days prior to the event date. After this date, they must be done at event registration.
You cannot transfer an entry to another event, or following year under any circumstances.
If you need to make a transfer, please contact info@eventpromotions.co.nz.
Prize-giving will be held at 1:30pm from the stage truck at Waipa Recreation Area.
Major Prizes and Spot Prizes
Competitors must be present at prize giving to be eligible for spot prizes.
Merit Prizes
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female competitors in the 5km run/walk.
Medals and merit prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male and female competitors in the half marathon and 10km events (run and walk categories) in each of the following grades (age as on event day).
* 16 – 39 years
* 40 plus years
Competitors must be present at prize giving to receive merit prizes.
Finishers Medals
Every competitor that finishes any of the events from the Half Marathon to the Little Devils race will receive one of our stunning finishers medal.
Training Schedule – Half Marathon (For 10km, halve times)
Weeks to go Monday (easy/flat) Wednesday (hills) Weekend (slow)
10 20 min 20 min 30 min
9 25 min 25 min 35 min
8 30 min 30 min 40 min
7 35 min 35 min 45 min
6 40 min 40 min 50 min
5 45 min 45 min 60 min
4 45 min 45 min 75min
3 50 min 50 min 90 min
2 50 min 60 min 90 min
1 50 min 50 min HALF MARATHON DAY!
Training Tips
Training Tip #1 – Train on hills.
There aren’t too many hills in the off-road half but the ones that are there can slow you down significantly if you aren’t trained for them. Add a hill reps session to your programme once a week but make sure your form isn’t compromised – you want to run them strong.
Training Tip #2 – Check your shoes
You don’t need to wear specialty trail shoes for this race but you do need to wear shoes that are suited for your feet and aren’t worn out from past runs. Do the twist test to check – hold your shoe at each end and twist. It should feel firm. And old shoe, or one that doesn’t have proper support will twist easily.
Training Tip #3 – Eating on the run
If you are new to running long distances you might need to eat during the race. Start practicing now on your long and middle distance runs. You want to make sure that the fuel you are taking on board doesn’t create any gut issues as well as teach your digestive system that this will happen.
Training Tip #4 – Practice passing runners in close proximity.
There are some sections of the race where you will run on singletrack or narrow footpath. Chances are you will want to get past. Practice running with others and take turns to pass one another as close as you can get. You will improve your confidence on race day.
Training Tip #5 – Run less to run faster
Add a couple of cross-training sessions to your weekly routine to give your running legs a break. Swimming is great for aerobic fitness while pilates and yoga can help your flexibility and core strength.
Training Tip #6 – Increase your pace
Include a section of increased pace at the end of your long runs to get used to adding a kick when you’re almost finished and starting to feel tired. Anything from five to 15 minutes will help and could be the difference between fading in the final kilometre or passing several others.
Training Tip #7 – Make sure you taper.
The final two weeks before your race are when you should reduce your training significantly, in the last week you want to be running easy and only for short distances. You have already built up your fitness, now you can only refine it. Don’t add in workouts you have missed or take part in strenuous activity.
Results
Professional photos can also be found at www.marathon-photos.com, search the event name then your bib number.
View 2023 results here (the 2023 event was cancelled)
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel
Hotel that makes every moment matter and we can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant hotel.
Check in to 4.5-star comfort with the lake at your doorstep at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel. Rejuvenate in the spa’s natural geothermal mineral pools and experience a delicious variety of international cuisine. Then retire to your room – a calm haven with earthy colours, wood furniture and picture windows, soak in the spectacular scenery at Novotel.
Just steps from Eat Streat bars and restaurants also only a short walk from the awe-inspiring lakefront, the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel is in the heart of the cultural and geothermal marvel that is Rotorua.
We’ve teamed up with Vista and Supa Water for 2023 – 2025 so you can quench your post event thirsties with a refreshing can of their delicious sparking or active water!
As our official refreshment partner, they are supplying every competitor at our events with a 330ml can of healthy and hydrating naturally flavoured water. Vista is their sparkling range with no sugars and Supa Water is their low sugar active waters containing electrolytes. We know we’d be happy with either! What one would you prefer?
Sign up for any day of our events now and you’ll get your hands on one at the finish line!
2025 DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
Online Standard Entry Fees – Until 19th February 2024
Half Marathon run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $60.00
10km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $50.00
5km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $35.00
Little Devils event (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $10.00
**Family Pass: $110.00
Online Late Entry Fees – from 20th February until 9am 29th February 2024
Half Marathon run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $70.00
10km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $60.00
5km run/walk (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $45.00
Little Devils event (Includes finishers medal and booking fee): $15.00
**Family Pass: $140.00
On The Day Entry Fees – Sunday 03rd March 2024
Half Marathon run/walk (Includes finishers medal): $70.00
10km run/walk (Includes finishers medal): $60.00
5km run/walk (Includes finishers medal): $45.00
Little Devils event (Includes finishers medal): $15.00
**Family Pass: $140.00
Student Discount
There is a special 20% discount rate available for school aged students (Years 6-13) across all entry types (excl Little Devils Race).
Student ID’s must be provided at check-in/registration.
Family Pass
This is for 2 adults and up to 3 children (children aged 3yrs – 16yrs)
This is applicable for all events as long as the children meet the event age restriction.
Email info@eventpromotions.co.nz if you would like to enter using the family pass.
On the Day Entries
On the day entries will be taken until 10:30am at the event registration.
Mobile eftpos is available, but these facilities can be unreliable so please bring cash where possible.
2025 DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
Entry Confirmation
You will receive confirmation of your entry via email after you have completed the online entry process.
Late Entries
On the day entries will be taken at the event after online entries have closed. Visit the registration tent between 7:30am – 10:30am.
Final Competitors Information
CLICK HERE to download the 2024 Final Competitor Notes
Event Day Timetable – Sunday 03rd March 2024
7:30am – 10:30am: Registration in main marquee at Waipa Recreation Area
9:00am: Start of the Lance Lawson Little Devils 1.5km fun run (3 – 6 yrs)
9:10am: Start of the Lance Lawson Little Devils 2.5km fun run ( 7 – 10yrs)
10:00am: Start of the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside half marathon run/walk
10:15am: Prize Giving – Little Devils kids fun run event only
11:00am: Start of the Mitre 10 Mega Rotorua 10km run/walk
11:15am: Start of the Red Stag Timber 5km run/walk
12:10pm: Cut-off for start of 2nd lap of half marathon
1:30pm: Prize Giving – 5km, 10km and half marathon events only
On the Day Entries
On the day entries will be taken until 10:30am at the event registration.
Mobile eftpos is available, but these facilities can be unreliable so please bring cash where possible.
Toilets and Aid Stations
Toilets are located at the Waipa Recreation Area car park plus at the 5km/16km aid stations.
Water only will be provided at the 4km/15km and 8km/19km aid stations.
Every Competitor Receives…
A stunning finishers medal, free Hell Pizza voucher, Vista Drinks and Em’s Power Bar samples, personalized race number, first aid, event support, electronic timing, plus a chance to win one of our fabulous spot prizes.
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
ALL withdrawals MUST be notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz by 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date. These withdrawals will receive their entry fee refund, minus a $15.00 administrative/booking fee, with the exception of the Little Devil’s entry type where any withdrawls will receive their entry fee minus $5.00 administrative/booking fee.
Any withdrawals notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz after 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date will not be entitled to a refund, no exceptions.
In the case of a natural disaster, closure of the forest due to high winds or other uncontrollable factors, “Act of God” conditions causing the cancellation of the event, entry fees will not be refunded.
Transfer Policy
All person to person transfers can be made between individuals up to 9:00am 14 days prior to the event date. After this date, they must be done at event registration. These transfers MUST be made between the same entry type (event distance).
All transfers to a different entry type (event distance) can be made up to 9:00am 14 days prior to the event date. After this date, they must be done at event registration.
You cannot transfer an entry to another event, or following year under any circumstances.
If you need to make a transfer, please contact info@eventpromotions.co.nz.
Prize-giving will be held at 1:30pm from the stage truck at Waipa Recreation Area.
Major Prizes and Spot Prizes
Competitors must be present at prize giving to be eligible for spot prizes.
Merit Prizes
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female competitors in the 5km run/walk.
Medals and merit prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male and female competitors in the half marathon and 10km events (run and walk categories) in each of the following grades (age as on event day).
* 16 – 39 years
* 40 plus years
Competitors must be present at prize giving to receive merit prizes.
Finishers Medals
Every competitor that finishes any of the events from the Half Marathon to the Little Devils race will receive one of our stunning finishers medal.
Training Schedule – Half Marathon (For 10km, halve times)
Weeks to go Monday (easy/flat) Wednesday (hills) Weekend (slow)
10 20 min 20 min 30 min
9 25 min 25 min 35 min
8 30 min 30 min 40 min
7 35 min 35 min 45 min
6 40 min 40 min 50 min
5 45 min 45 min 60 min
4 45 min 45 min 75min
3 50 min 50 min 90 min
2 50 min 60 min 90 min
1 50 min 50 min HALF MARATHON DAY!
Training Tips
Training Tip #1 – Train on hills.
There aren’t too many hills in the off-road half but the ones that are there can slow you down significantly if you aren’t trained for them. Add a hill reps session to your programme once a week but make sure your form isn’t compromised – you want to run them strong.
Training Tip #2 – Check your shoes
You don’t need to wear specialty trail shoes for this race but you do need to wear shoes that are suited for your feet and aren’t worn out from past runs. Do the twist test to check – hold your shoe at each end and twist. It should feel firm. And old shoe, or one that doesn’t have proper support will twist easily.
Training Tip #3 – Eating on the run
If you are new to running long distances you might need to eat during the race. Start practicing now on your long and middle distance runs. You want to make sure that the fuel you are taking on board doesn’t create any gut issues as well as teach your digestive system that this will happen.
Training Tip #4 – Practice passing runners in close proximity.
There are some sections of the race where you will run on singletrack or narrow footpath. Chances are you will want to get past. Practice running with others and take turns to pass one another as close as you can get. You will improve your confidence on race day.
Training Tip #5 – Run less to run faster
Add a couple of cross-training sessions to your weekly routine to give your running legs a break. Swimming is great for aerobic fitness while pilates and yoga can help your flexibility and core strength.
Training Tip #6 – Increase your pace
Include a section of increased pace at the end of your long runs to get used to adding a kick when you’re almost finished and starting to feel tired. Anything from five to 15 minutes will help and could be the difference between fading in the final kilometre or passing several others.
Training Tip #7 – Make sure you taper.
The final two weeks before your race are when you should reduce your training significantly, in the last week you want to be running easy and only for short distances. You have already built up your fitness, now you can only refine it. Don’t add in workouts you have missed or take part in strenuous activity.
Results
Professional photos can also be found at www.marathon-photos.com, search the event name then your bib number.
View 2023 results here (the 2023 event was cancelled)
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel
Hotel that makes every moment matter and we can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant hotel.
Check in to 4.5-star comfort with the lake at your doorstep at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel. Rejuvenate in the spa’s natural geothermal mineral pools and experience a delicious variety of international cuisine. Then retire to your room – a calm haven with earthy colours, wood furniture and picture windows, soak in the spectacular scenery at Novotel.
Just steps from Eat Streat bars and restaurants also only a short walk from the awe-inspiring lakefront, the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel is in the heart of the cultural and geothermal marvel that is Rotorua.
We’ve teamed up with Vista and Supa Water for 2023 – 2025 so you can quench your post event thirsties with a refreshing can of their delicious sparking or active water!
As our official refreshment partner, they are supplying every competitor at our events with a 330ml can of healthy and hydrating naturally flavoured water. Vista is their sparkling range with no sugars and Supa Water is their low sugar active waters containing electrolytes. We know we’d be happy with either! What one would you prefer?
Sign up for any day of our events now and you’ll get your hands on one at the finish line!
Thanks to our sponsors
Contact us
- Event Promotions
- Physical Address: 92 White Street, Rotorua 3010
- Postal Address: PO Box 324, Rotorua
- info@eventpromotions.co.nz
- Phone: 07 348 3301