Scheduled for May 3, 2025, the MT Outdoors Southern Lakes Half Marathon and 10km is a well-regarded event attracting participants from around the world. The half marathon commences at 9:00 AM on Cardrona Valley Road, 3km down from the Cardrona Hotel, near the Cardrona Ski Field entrance, and follows the valley to finish at Pembroke Park in the heart of Wanaka. The 10km race starts at 10:00 AM, 600m down from Spots Creek on Cardrona Valley Road, also concluding at Pembroke Park.
Races
Half Marathon
10km
Taking place on May 3, 2025, the Southern Lakes Half Marathon guides runners through a 21.1 km course, beginning near the Cardrona Ski Field entrance and finishing at Pembroke Park in Wanaka. Organized by Highland Events, this fast, mostly downhill route is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Cardrona Valley, making it ideal for personal records.
On May 3, 2025, the Southern Lakes 10km invites runners to a scenic route starting on Cardrona Valley Road and finishing at Pembroke Park in Wanaka. Organized by Highland Events, this gentle downhill course is suitable for all abilities, from beginners to competitive runners looking for a fast time.
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FAQs
What is the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
How long is the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
Where does the Southern Lakes Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
Taking place on May 3, 2025, the Southern Lakes Half Marathon guides runners through a 21.1 km course, beginning near the Cardrona Ski Field entrance and finishing at Pembroke Park in Wanaka. Organized by Highland Events, this fast, mostly downhill route is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Cardrona Valley, making it ideal for personal records.
The Southern Lakes Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Southern Lakes Half Marathon takes place in Cardrona, Otago, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Southern Lakes Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
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 Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
Taking place on May 3, 2025, the Southern Lakes Half Marathon guides runners through a 21.1 km course, beginning near the Cardrona Ski Field entrance and finishing at Pembroke Park in Wanaka. Organized by Highland Events, this fast, mostly downhill route is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Cardrona Valley, making it ideal for personal records.
How long is the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
The Southern Lakes Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Southern Lakes Half Marathon take place?
The Southern Lakes Half Marathon takes place in Cardrona, Otago, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Southern Lakes Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
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 Southern Lakes Half Marathon?
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 Southern Lakes 10km?
How long is the Southern Lakes 10km?
Where does the Southern Lakes 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Southern Lakes 10km?
How can I prepare for the Southern Lakes 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Southern Lakes 10km?
On May 3, 2025, the Southern Lakes 10km invites runners to a scenic route starting on Cardrona Valley Road and finishing at Pembroke Park in Wanaka. Organized by Highland Events, this gentle downhill course is suitable for all abilities, from beginners to competitive runners looking for a fast time.
The Southern Lakes 10km is 10km long.
The Southern Lakes 10km takes place in Cardrona, Otago, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Southern Lakes 10km elevation profile as Flat.
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 Southern Lakes 10km?
On May 3, 2025, the Southern Lakes 10km invites runners to a scenic route starting on Cardrona Valley Road and finishing at Pembroke Park in Wanaka. Organized by Highland Events, this gentle downhill course is suitable for all abilities, from beginners to competitive runners looking for a fast time.
How long is the Southern Lakes 10km?
The Southern Lakes 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Southern Lakes 10km take place?
The Southern Lakes 10km takes place in Cardrona, Otago, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Southern Lakes 10km?
Runna classifies the Southern Lakes 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Southern Lakes 10km?
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 Southern Lakes 10km?
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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