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Welcome to the
Parihaka Trail Run
Sunday 23rd March
Proudly sponsored by BDO
Experience a blend of native bush, forestry, and mountain biking trails as you tackle the hilly terrain of Whangarei's most beloved off-road running routes.
The BDO Parihaka Trail Run is the second event in the Sport Northland Run/Walk Series and marks the inaugural half marathon of the Sport Northland Half Marathon Series.
Join us in highlighting Whangarei's iconic landmarks, starting at Otuihau, or Whangarei Falls. This stunning 26-meter waterfall tumbles over ancient basalt cliffs, creating a picturesque pool below and earning its reputation as one of New Zealand's most photogenic spots. From there, participants will weave through the undulating trails of Parihaka, an ancient volcano. The Parihaka Scenic Reserve is rich in history, once believed to host the largest fortified settlement in New Zealand, with visible remnants including pā sites, housing terraces, storage pits, and defensive structures along its ridgeline. Runners will return to where their adventure began, at Otuihau.
Please note that children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration fees
Half Marathon
Price changes in 20 days 14 hours-
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Register for Half MarathonNZD 65.00
Super Early Bird
Now registering Dec 13 – Feb 2 -
NZD 75.00
Early Bird
Feb 3 – Mar 9 -
NZD 85.00
Standard
Mar 10 – Mar 22
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Pak'nSave 12km - Adults
Price changes in 20 days 14 hours-
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Register for Pak'nSave 12km - AdultsNZD 35.00
Super Early Bird
Now registering Dec 13 – Feb 2 -
NZD 40.00
Early Bird
Feb 3 – Mar 9 -
NZD 45.00
Standard
Mar 10 – Mar 22
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Pak'nSave 12km - Kids
Price changes in 20 days 14 hours-
(12-15 years)
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Register for Pak'nSave 12km - KidsNZD 20.00
Super Early Bird
Now registering Dec 13 – Feb 2 -
NZD 25.00
Early Bird
Feb 3 – Mar 9 -
NZD 30.00
Standard
Mar 10 – Mar 22
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Trek Trail & Fish 5km - Adults
Price changes in 20 days 14 hours-
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Register for Trek Trail & Fish 5km - AdultsNZD 25.00
Super Early Bird
Now registering Dec 13 – Feb 2 -
NZD 35.00
Early Bird
Feb 3 – Mar 9 -
NZD 45.00
Standard
Mar 10 – Mar 22
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Trek Trail & Fish 5km - Kids
Price changes in 20 days 14 hours-
(15 years and under)
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Register for Trek Trail & Fish 5km - KidsNZD 20.00
Super Early Bird
Now registering Dec 13 – Feb 2 -
NZD 25.00
Early Bird
Feb 3 – Mar 9 -
NZD 30.00
Standard
Mar 10 – Mar 22
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WIN ME
Kauri Die Back
Arrive clean and leave clean in and out of the forest and around Kauri, follow the simple instructions at hygiene stations, keep to the track, and always consider kauri in all off-track activities and work or operations involving vehicles and machinery.
What People Are Saying
"The views were fantastic, Northland flavor and limited entry. The course was really neat - challenging but achievable."
"All the happy people! The nice volunteers and Marshals and everyone who was involved in making this event to that what it was: unique, fantastic!"
"Amazing course, beautiful well, maintained trails, and impossible to get lost with all the marshals and arrows. Nice and challenging, a real epic race. Not too crowded with people."
"The course was really fun, scenic, different and challenging. The organisation was spot on! Love my wooden medal!"
Contact information
- Event contact
- Sport Northland
- Phone
- 094 379 600
- Website
- Visit website
