Crater Rim Ultra

Oct

19

Crater Rim Ultra

Diamond Harbour, New Zealand

112 Runnas

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Christchurch’s Port Hills, the Crater Rim Ultra is a premier trail running event scheduled for October 19, 2025. Participants can choose from six race options: the flagship 53 km Ultra, the 30 km Bellbird Buster, the 22 km Kiwi Challenge, the 12 km Rapaki Rumble, the 6 km Valley View, and the Kids’ Dash, ensuring inclusivity for all ages and abilities. The courses traverse diverse terrains, including native bush, ridgelines, and summit roads, offering panoramic views of the Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour. Organized by the Port Hills Athletic Club, the event emphasizes community engagement and environmental stewardship, with portions of the entry fees supporting local trail maintenance. Runners can expect well-marked routes, aid stations, and a vibrant race village atmosphere at Hansen Park, the start and finish point for most races.

Races

53km

30km

22km

12km

6km

The flagship 53km ultramarathon begins at 7:15 AM, starting from Diamond Harbour Rugby Club. Participants will be transported via bus and boat from Hansen Park to the starting point. The course traverses the scenic Port Hills, offering breathtaking views of Lyttelton Harbour and the Canterbury Plains, before concluding at Hansen Park.

Starting at 9:15 AM, the 30km race commences from Waibls Farm, with transportation provided from Hansen Park. Runners will experience diverse terrains, including bush tracks and open ridgelines, culminating at the Hansen Park finish line.

The 22km race kicks off at 9:30 AM from Hansen Park. Participants will ascend to the Sign of the Kiwi and back, enjoying panoramic vistas of the city and surrounding landscapes.

Beginning at 10:15 AM from Hansen Park, this 12km course takes runners up the Mount Vernon Farm Track to the Summit Road, providing stunning harbour and hill views before descending back to the finish.

Starting at 10:45 AM from Hansen Park, the 6km race offers an undulating route through the valley, showcasing some of Christchurch’s best trail running within a manageable distance.

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FAQs

What is the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

How long is the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

Where does the Crater Rim Ultra 53km take place?

What is the elevation gain of the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

How can I prepare for the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

How do I choose the right training plan for the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

The flagship 53km ultramarathon begins at 7:15 AM, starting from Diamond Harbour Rugby Club. Participants will be transported via bus and boat from Hansen Park to the starting point. The course traverses the scenic Port Hills, offering breathtaking views of Lyttelton Harbour and the Canterbury Plains, before concluding at Hansen Park.

The Crater Rim Ultra 53km is 53km long.

The Crater Rim Ultra 53km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

The Crater Rim Ultra 53km elevation gain is 2396 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

The flagship 53km ultramarathon begins at 7:15 AM, starting from Diamond Harbour Rugby Club. Participants will be transported via bus and boat from Hansen Park to the starting point. The course traverses the scenic Port Hills, offering breathtaking views of Lyttelton Harbour and the Canterbury Plains, before concluding at Hansen Park.

How long is the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

The Crater Rim Ultra 53km is 53km long.

Where does the Crater Rim Ultra 53km take place?

The Crater Rim Ultra 53km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

What is the elevation gain of the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

The Crater Rim Ultra 53km elevation gain is 2396 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

How can I prepare for the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

How do I choose the right training plan for the Crater Rim Ultra 53km?

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Bellbird Buster 30km?

How long is the Bellbird Buster 30km?

Where does the Bellbird Buster 30km take place?

What is the elevation gain of the Bellbird Buster 30km?

How can I prepare for the Bellbird Buster 30km?

How do I choose the right training plan for the Bellbird Buster 30km?

Starting at 9:15 AM, the 30km race commences from Waibls Farm, with transportation provided from Hansen Park. Runners will experience diverse terrains, including bush tracks and open ridgelines, culminating at the Hansen Park finish line.

The Bellbird Buster 30km is 30km long.

The Bellbird Buster 30km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

The Bellbird Buster 30km elevation gain is 1178 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Bellbird Buster 30km?

Starting at 9:15 AM, the 30km race commences from Waibls Farm, with transportation provided from Hansen Park. Runners will experience diverse terrains, including bush tracks and open ridgelines, culminating at the Hansen Park finish line.

How long is the Bellbird Buster 30km?

The Bellbird Buster 30km is 30km long.

Where does the Bellbird Buster 30km take place?

The Bellbird Buster 30km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

What is the elevation gain of the Bellbird Buster 30km?

The Bellbird Buster 30km elevation gain is 1178 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

How can I prepare for the Bellbird Buster 30km?

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

How do I choose the right training plan for the Bellbird Buster 30km?

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

How long is the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

Where does the Kiwi Challenge 22km take place?

What is the elevation gain of the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

How can I prepare for the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

How do I choose the right training plan for the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

The 22km race kicks off at 9:30 AM from Hansen Park. Participants will ascend to the Sign of the Kiwi and back, enjoying panoramic vistas of the city and surrounding landscapes.

The Kiwi Challenge 22km is 21km long.

The Kiwi Challenge 22km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

The Kiwi Challenge 22km elevation gain is 768 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

The 22km race kicks off at 9:30 AM from Hansen Park. Participants will ascend to the Sign of the Kiwi and back, enjoying panoramic vistas of the city and surrounding landscapes.

How long is the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

The Kiwi Challenge 22km is 21km long.

Where does the Kiwi Challenge 22km take place?

The Kiwi Challenge 22km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

What is the elevation gain of the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

The Kiwi Challenge 22km elevation gain is 768 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

How can I prepare for the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

How do I choose the right training plan for the Kiwi Challenge 22km?

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

How long is the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

Where does the Rapaki Rumble 12km take place?

What is the elevation gain of the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

How can I prepare for the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

How do I choose the right training plan for the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

Beginning at 10:15 AM from Hansen Park, this 12km course takes runners up the Mount Vernon Farm Track to the Summit Road, providing stunning harbour and hill views before descending back to the finish.

The Rapaki Rumble 12km is 11km long.

The Rapaki Rumble 12km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

The Rapaki Rumble 12km elevation gain is 414 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

Beginning at 10:15 AM from Hansen Park, this 12km course takes runners up the Mount Vernon Farm Track to the Summit Road, providing stunning harbour and hill views before descending back to the finish.

How long is the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

The Rapaki Rumble 12km is 11km long.

Where does the Rapaki Rumble 12km take place?

The Rapaki Rumble 12km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

What is the elevation gain of the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

The Rapaki Rumble 12km elevation gain is 414 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

How can I prepare for the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

How do I choose the right training plan for the Rapaki Rumble 12km?

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Valley View 6km?

How long is the Valley View 6km?

Where does the Valley View 6km take place?

What is the elevation gain of the Valley View 6km?

How can I prepare for the Valley View 6km?

How do I choose the right training plan for the Valley View 6km?

Starting at 10:45 AM from Hansen Park, the 6km race offers an undulating route through the valley, showcasing some of Christchurch’s best trail running within a manageable distance.

The Valley View 6km is 6km long.

The Valley View 6km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

The Valley View 6km elevation gain is 159 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

What is the Valley View 6km?

Starting at 10:45 AM from Hansen Park, the 6km race offers an undulating route through the valley, showcasing some of Christchurch’s best trail running within a manageable distance.

How long is the Valley View 6km?

The Valley View 6km is 6km long.

Where does the Valley View 6km take place?

The Valley View 6km takes place in Diamond Harbour, New Zealand.

What is the elevation gain of the Valley View 6km?

The Valley View 6km elevation gain is 159 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.

How can I prepare for the Valley View 6km?

The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.

This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

How do I choose the right training plan for the Valley View 6km?

Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.

Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.

Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!

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