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Remutaka Rail Trail Run & Walk 2024
This is a fun Run & Walk on the Remutaka Rail Trail through the Remutaka Ranges. We start at 254m above sea level and cruise up a shallow gradient (<1 in 40) all the way to the turn around near the summit.
This is a scenic and historic route that is a jewel in the Wellington region. The steep, bush clad valley, the river below, tunnels, bridges and plenty of sweaty people make for a great morning out. This course can easily be negotiated by any modestly fit person. All distances are predominantly on hard packed gravel track. Water is supplied throughout the course and there will also be a coffee cart near the Kart Club clubroom. Please note that there won't be any EFTPOS services available, so please bring cash for hot drinks/food.
Rimutaka – I or E?
The name Remutaka was originally given to the ranges by Haunui-a-Nanaia as part of a journey of discovery across the southern North Island and refers to the place where he sat and gazed on the land. Remu means ‘to gaze about’ and ‘taka’ means ‘to sit down’. The name Rimutaka has no meaning in Maori. Legend has it that Haunui while resting may have also been looking for Wairaka, his wayward wife.
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The Remutaka Rail Trail Run and Walk is the annual fundraising event for the Trentham United Harrier and Walkers Club.
Trentham United Harriers and Walkers Club is the largest group of runners and walkers in the Upper Hutt Valley, having celebrated their 60th anniversary in 2018. Club rooms are in Trentham Memorial Park, which provides great cross-country courses for our club and inter-club events. Our goal is to promote fitness, health and well being to every sector of the public in all age brackets.
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Entry Fees
before 19th October
21km Run/Walk - $65 + processing fee
14km Run/Walk - $50 + processing fee
7km Run/Walk - $30 + processing fee
(Under 12 is $20 + processing fee)
after 19th October
21km Run/Walk - $75 + processing fee
14km Run/Walk - $60 + processing fee
7km Run/Walk - $40+ processing fee
Registration fees
Half Marathon Run Closed
Online registration closed-
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NZD 65.00
Standard
Mar 1 – Oct 20 -
NZD 75.00
Late
Oct 21 – Nov 2
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14km Run Closed
Online registration closed-
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NZD 50.00
Standard
Mar 1 – Oct 20 -
NZD 60.00
Late
Oct 21 – Nov 2
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7km Run Closed
Online registration closed-
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NZD 30.00
Standard
Mar 1 – Oct 20 -
NZD 40.00
Late
Oct 21 – Nov 2
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Half Marathon Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
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NZD 65.00
Standard
Mar 1 – Oct 20 -
NZD 75.00
Late
Oct 21 – Nov 2
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14km Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
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NZD 50.00
Standard
Mar 1 – Oct 20 -
NZD 60.00
Late
Oct 21 – Nov 2
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7km Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
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NZD 30.00
Standard
Mar 1 – Oct 20 -
NZD 40.00
Late
Oct 21 – Nov 2
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14km Run Under 12 Closed
Online registration closed-
Entry for under 12
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NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Mar 1 – Oct 19 -
NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Oct 20 – Nov 2
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14km Walk Under 12 Closed
Online registration closed-
Entry for under 12
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NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Mar 1 – Oct 19 -
NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Oct 20 – Nov 2
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7km Run Under 12 Closed
Online registration closed-
Entry for under 12
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NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Mar 1 – Oct 19 -
NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Oct 20 – Nov 2
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7km Walk Under 12 Closed
Online registration closed-
Entry for under 12
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NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Mar 1 – Oct 19 -
NZD 20.00
Under 12 Pricing
Oct 20 – Nov 2
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All courses are predominately off-road. The rail trail rises from 254m above sea level at the start, along a steady gradient until the bridge at Ladle Bend.
- The 7km course is an out and back on the early flat stages of the trail.
- The 14k course continues on the trail until the turnaround just before Ladle Bend bridge.
- The 21k course crosses Ladle Bend bridge and continues on the main rail trail. Just past the 14k turnaround drink-stop (7k point) the course takes a left turn onto the steeper and very picturesque Back Road section. The track continues in a loop and then drops back down to the Incline Track where a right turn is taken on the return journey. This is a scenic and historic route that can be negotiated by any reasonably fit person.
Most of the course is on gravel/dirt road and is suitable for both road and trail shoes.
Drink stops will be provided at approximately 5km, 7km (14km turnaround) and 10km (turn around point near the rusted old train parts). Being an out and back, the return leg offers remarkably similar drink options. There will also be water available at the finish also.
Parking is available at/near Race HQ. Additional Parking is also available along Kaitoke Loop Road. Please car-share were possible, as parking is limited. Please follow the parking marshall's instructions.
Half Marathon Walk - 8:00am
Half Marathon Run - 8:30am
14km Walk - 8:45am
14km Run - 9:15am
7km Run - 9:30am
7km Walk - 9:35am
Please Note
Mandatory Race briefings will be held 10min before the start of each race.
Make sure you arrive early to allow time for parking, warming up and a toilet stop.
- Numbers must be pinned in the front at chest height and kept for spot prizes at the finish.
- Please keep on the left hand side of the track and single file to allow faster competitors to pass.
- Faster competitors must call out passing on your right if they need to get through a congested area.
- Walkers with walking poles are to keep left and remain in single file to ensure other competitors are not inhibited.
- For the 21km event - any participant not reaching the 7km point at Ladle Bend within 1 hour 25 minutes will be required to turn around (Health & Safety measure).
- The organizers, marshals and first aid staff reserve the right to withdraw any entrant that they consider should not continue for medical reasons.
- This race is conducted by the Trentham United Harriers & Walkers Club. You must follow the Race Marshall's instructions, and in particular note that you will be withdrawn from this event if, in the organizer's opinion, you are unable to continue for medical reasons or you will not complete the event by 1:00pm.
Where will the event results be posted?
The results will be available on the OneTime website and App.
Can I bring my dog?
Strictly no dogs due to race numbers and a recent 1080 drop in the area.
Can I walk or run with a pram/buggy?
Yes, participants are allowed to run/walk with a buggy in the 7km and 14km distances. The 21km is not recommended unless the participant has done the event before and is well aware of the course. Depending on numbers on the day, we request that participants with buggies start towards the back.
I can't make it anymore, can I get a refund?
There will be no cash refunds made for this event. See the Refunds section below for details on our policy and cut-off dates.
Do I need a light for the tunnels?
No, we provide lights that are placed in the tunnel. Not as bright as daylight, but sufficient to see.
Entrants:
There will be no cash refunds made for this event.
However, if for some reason you are unable to participate in this event, then your entry fee is transferable to next years event. This is valid for one years transfer only. You must inform event organisers a week prior to the event date via email at remutaka.event@gmail.com
Individual entries are transferable to another person for a $15 transfer fee.
Race Director/Organisers:
The Race Director/Organisers reserves the right to cancel the event in the advent of adverse weather, unsafe track conditions and/or due to escelation in the Alert Levels. Notice of cancellation will be updated on the Trentham United Harriers website (www.trenthamunited.com) and our Facebook page (Remutaka Rail Trail Run & Walk) at the earliest opportunity and advised by Notice at the event start/venue if the decision is made on the day.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Remutaka Rail Trail Run and Walk Event Team
- remutaka.event@gmail.com
- Website
- Visit website
