About This Race
The 102K represents Tarawera's longest single-loop challenge, taking runners on the complete journey from Kawerau to Rotorua through every signature landscape the event offers. This distance suits experienced ultrarunners seeking a substantial but achievable challenge on New Zealand's most runnable terrain, with generous cutoff times that encourage steady pacing rather than survival mode. Positioned between the accessibility of shorter distances and the epic commitment of 100 miles, the 102K delivers the full Tarawera experience in a single, flowing traverse of the region's most beautiful trails.
Practical Info
ROT - Rotorua Airport
Event hub located at Village Green on Lakefront Drive in central Rotorua, New Zealand's established tourism center with extensive lodging options.
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Notable Features
Part of the UTMB World Series, Tarawera stands out for its cultural integration with Māori values and traditions, offering runners a deeper connection to the land through indigenous storytelling. The event's commitment to inclusivity and achievability, combined with spectacular lakeside and forest scenery through eight different lakes and native New Zealand bush, creates a uniquely welcoming ultra-trail experience.