The Blazing Hills Trail Run, Walk, and Obstacle Course is an annual event held on March 8, 2025, in the picturesque Waimarino region of New Zealand's Ruapehu District. Participants can choose from various trail distances—21 km, 11 km, 6 km, and 4 km—as well as obstacle course races ranging from 1.5 km to 20 km, offering challenges for both runners and walkers of all levels. Whether you're aiming to conquer the demanding trails or enjoy a leisurely walk amidst breathtaking scenery, Blazing Hills promises an unforgettable day of adventure and camaraderie.
Races
Half Marathon
11km
6km
Race Date:
08 March, 2025
The Trail Heaven Half Marathon, set for March 8, 2025, offers a demanding 21 km course with an 867-meter elevation gain across the stunning Mangaeturoa landscapes. With steep climbs and scenic vistas, this race provides both a physical challenge and breathtaking views, especially from the iconic Heartbreak Hill.
Race Date:
08 March, 2025
The Heartbreak Hills 11 km, also scheduled for March 8, 2025, leads runners on an 11 km out-and-back course with a significant 408-meter elevation gain. Designed for those seeking a shorter yet intense challenge, this race rewards participants with stunning views over the Waimarino Plateau.
Race Date:
08 March, 2025
The Social Hills 6 km, happening on March 8, 2025, provides a friendly yet invigorating course with a 253-meter elevation gain. This race takes participants on a shorter loop, beginning with a climb before descending through Heartbreak Hill’s scenic trails.
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FAQs
What is the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
How long is the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
Where does the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
How can I prepare for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
The Trail Heaven Half Marathon, set for March 8, 2025, offers a demanding 21 km course with an 867-meter elevation gain across the stunning Mangaeturoa landscapes. With steep climbs and scenic vistas, this race provides both a physical challenge and breathtaking views, especially from the iconic Heartbreak Hill.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven is 21km long.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven takes place in Raetihi, Manawatū-Whanganui,New Zealand.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven elevation gain is 867 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
The Trail Heaven Half Marathon, set for March 8, 2025, offers a demanding 21 km course with an 867-meter elevation gain across the stunning Mangaeturoa landscapes. With steep climbs and scenic vistas, this race provides both a physical challenge and breathtaking views, especially from the iconic Heartbreak Hill.
How long is the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven is 21km long.
Where does the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven take place?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven takes place in Raetihi, Manawatū-Whanganui,New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven elevation gain is 867 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Heaven?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
How long is the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
Where does the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
How can I prepare for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
The Heartbreak Hills 11 km, also scheduled for March 8, 2025, leads runners on an 11 km out-and-back course with a significant 408-meter elevation gain. Designed for those seeking a shorter yet intense challenge, this race rewards participants with stunning views over the Waimarino Plateau.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills is 11km long.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills takes place in Raetihi, Manawatū-Whanganui,New Zealand.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills elevation gain is 408 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
The Heartbreak Hills 11 km, also scheduled for March 8, 2025, leads runners on an 11 km out-and-back course with a significant 408-meter elevation gain. Designed for those seeking a shorter yet intense challenge, this race rewards participants with stunning views over the Waimarino Plateau.
How long is the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills is 11km long.
Where does the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills take place?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills takes place in Raetihi, Manawatū-Whanganui,New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills elevation gain is 408 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Heartbreak Hills?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
How long is the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
Where does the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
How can I prepare for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
The Social Hills 6 km, happening on March 8, 2025, provides a friendly yet invigorating course with a 253-meter elevation gain. This race takes participants on a shorter loop, beginning with a climb before descending through Heartbreak Hill’s scenic trails.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Social is 6km long.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Social takes place in Raetihi, Manawatū-Whanganui,New Zealand.
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Social elevation gain is 253 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
The Social Hills 6 km, happening on March 8, 2025, provides a friendly yet invigorating course with a 253-meter elevation gain. This race takes participants on a shorter loop, beginning with a climb before descending through Heartbreak Hill’s scenic trails.
How long is the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Social is 6km long.
Where does the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social take place?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Social takes place in Raetihi, Manawatū-Whanganui,New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
The Blazing Hills Trail Run Social elevation gain is 253 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Blazing Hills Trail Run Social?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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