The Macpac Xterra Auckland Trail Run Series at Riverhead Forest is a lot of fun with a few challenges along the way. There is an endless and ever-changing network of trails in this pine plantation forest. You can expect Riverhead to have a sufficient amount of glorious mud and clay!
For the most part, this course is on a clay surface except for the metalled road sections. It is recommended that you wear shoes with sufficient tread or pairing up with a buddy at the start or out on course for some of the slippery and steeper parts. It's not by any means scary but it sometimes helps runners and walkers, especially those new to the trails to have someone close by to lend a hand.
The mid and short courses are relatively friendly (elevation wise), once you head deeper into the wilderness (from the event base) there are some real lung-busters and some pretty cool views to be had at these heights. Long and Super long participants - be prepared!
Event Distances:
Short - 8.2km
Mid - 15.5km
Long - 18.8km
Super Long - 23.5km
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