Bottle Lake Forest Trail

Bottle Lake Forest Trail 5.5K

5.5K·Christchurch, New Zealand
foresttrail5kloopbeginner friendly
Distance5.5K
Date23 May 2026
StatusOpen

About This Race

A 5.5K mixed-terrain race, Christchurch, Canterbury.

Elevation Profile

Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.

Location

Practical Info

Nearest Airport

CHC - Christchurch Airport

Required Gear
  • personal cup or vessel for hydration

Best For

beginnerspersonal record seekerstrail runners of all levels

Notable Features

This is a cupless event with multiple themed pit stops including Haribo, Aramex, and Comvita honey stations. The course features minimal elevation gain across all distances, making it exceptionally fast and runnable. Post-race amenities include a BBQ village with Premier Beehive sausages and realCOCO coconut water.

Other Distances at This Event

10K

10m gain

A 10K mixed-terrain race, Christchurch, Canterbury.

14K

13m gain

The full forest experience with three pit stops to keep runners fueled through the mature pine forest. Despite being the longest option, the minimal elevation gain maintains the fast, runnable nature that makes this course special.