The festival offers multiple off-road / trail distances including: Kids Forest Run (≈ 2-3 km), 5 km Trig Loop, Titokorangi 10 km, Moerangi Half Marathon (~21 km), and the New Zealand Forest Marathon (~42.9 km) which covers four peaks with ~1,700-1,800 m elevation gain. The course uses forest trails, volcanic terrain, ridgelines, and mixed gradient climbs and descents in a stunning natural setting. Support includes festival atmosphere with music, expo, food, and amenities; well-marked trail routes, timing cut-offs, refreshment stations. It’s suitable for a broad range of fitness / experience levels, from kids and walkers up through serious trail runners seeking challenge.
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Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Organized by Legend of the Peaks / MDA Events Ltd, the Forest Marathon runs on Saturday, 8 November 2025, starting and finishing at the Waipa MTB Carpark, Rotorua, New Zealand. The route circumnavigates Whakarewarewa Forest via the four peaks—Kohaturoa, Titokorangi, Moerangi, and Kakapiko—and includes approximately 1,750 metres of elevation gain.
Also presented by Legend of the Peaks, the Moerangi Half Marathon takes place on 8 November 2025 in Rotorua, starting from the same race HQ at Waipa MTB Carpark. Runners tackling this distance will ascend about 950 metres, crossing approximately 2.5 of the forest’s peaks.
The 10K event is part of Legend of the Peaks on 8 November 2025, organised by the same team from the Waipa MTB Carpark, Rotorua. It covers two of the forest’s peaks and includes roughly 430 metres of elevation gain.
Organized by Legend of the Peaks, the 5K Trig Loop also runs on 8 November 2025 at Rotorua’s Waipa MTB Carpark, New Zealand. This shorter loop includes about 140 metres of climbing across one peak, offering a more accessible entry into trail running.
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FAQs
What is the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
How long is the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
Where does the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
Organized by Legend of the Peaks / MDA Events Ltd, the Forest Marathon runs on Saturday, 8 November 2025, starting and finishing at the Waipa MTB Carpark, Rotorua, New Zealand. The route circumnavigates Whakarewarewa Forest via the four peaks—Kohaturoa, Titokorangi, Moerangi, and Kakapiko—and includes approximately 1,750 metres of elevation gain.
The Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon is 42km long.
The Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
The Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon elevation gain is 1750 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 Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
Organized by Legend of the Peaks / MDA Events Ltd, the Forest Marathon runs on Saturday, 8 November 2025, starting and finishing at the Waipa MTB Carpark, Rotorua, New Zealand. The route circumnavigates Whakarewarewa Forest via the four peaks—Kohaturoa, Titokorangi, Moerangi, and Kakapiko—and includes approximately 1,750 metres of elevation gain.
How long is the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
The Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon take place?
The Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
The Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon elevation gain is 1750 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
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 Legend of the Peaks New Zealand Forest Marathon?
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 Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
How long is the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
Where does the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
Also presented by Legend of the Peaks, the Moerangi Half Marathon takes place on 8 November 2025 in Rotorua, starting from the same race HQ at Waipa MTB Carpark. Runners tackling this distance will ascend about 950 metres, crossing approximately 2.5 of the forest’s peaks.
The Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
The Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon elevation gain is 950 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 Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
Also presented by Legend of the Peaks, the Moerangi Half Marathon takes place on 8 November 2025 in Rotorua, starting from the same race HQ at Waipa MTB Carpark. Runners tackling this distance will ascend about 950 metres, crossing approximately 2.5 of the forest’s peaks.
How long is the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
The Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon take place?
The Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
The Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon elevation gain is 950 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
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 Legend of the Peaks Moerangi Half Marathon?
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 Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
How long is the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
Where does the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
The 10K event is part of Legend of the Peaks on 8 November 2025, organised by the same team from the Waipa MTB Carpark, Rotorua. It covers two of the forest’s peaks and includes roughly 430 metres of elevation gain.
The Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K is 10km long.
The Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
The Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K elevation gain is 430 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 Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
The 10K event is part of Legend of the Peaks on 8 November 2025, organised by the same team from the Waipa MTB Carpark, Rotorua. It covers two of the forest’s peaks and includes roughly 430 metres of elevation gain.
How long is the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
The Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K take place?
The Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
The Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K elevation gain is 430 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
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 Legend of the Peaks Titokorangi 10K?
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 Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
How long is the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
Where does the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
Organized by Legend of the Peaks, the 5K Trig Loop also runs on 8 November 2025 at Rotorua’s Waipa MTB Carpark, New Zealand. This shorter loop includes about 140 metres of climbing across one peak, offering a more accessible entry into trail running.
The Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop is 5km long.
The Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
The Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop elevation gain is 140 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 Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
Organized by Legend of the Peaks, the 5K Trig Loop also runs on 8 November 2025 at Rotorua’s Waipa MTB Carpark, New Zealand. This shorter loop includes about 140 metres of climbing across one peak, offering a more accessible entry into trail running.
How long is the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
The Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop is 5km long.
Where does the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop take place?
The Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop takes place in Rotorua, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
The Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop elevation gain is 140 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
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 Legend of the Peaks 5K Trig Loop?
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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