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Date: Saturday 13 September 2025
Distance: The 21KM Run and Walk
Start Time: 10:00 am
Start/Finish Line: Tekapo Lake Front
Race Briefing: 9:45 am
Minimum Age: 16yr
Cut Off Times: 3:00pm at 18km
Prizes:
Prizes are awarded to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd Women, Men OVERALL
The 1st Woman and 1st Man in each age category will be awarded a prize. Age category winners can receive their prize from the Athlete Support desk throughout race day.
Timing Categories: Age categories will be recorded as the following: 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-59, 60-69, 70+ Times are recorded off competitors official mat times.
Additional Info:
Due to Traffic Management restrictions we have a cut off at the 18km mark at 3:00pm. This is 5 hours after the start time.
There is no separate category for walkers.
Make sure you stick around after you finish your race to enjoy music, food vendors, and a great atmosphere!
Take on the classic half marathon distance, the 21km Run and Walk. This course starts and finishes on the edge of Lake Tekapo, allowing spectators and supporters the chance to cheer you on right by the village centre. Once you start you head up the sharp ascent to the summit of Mt John. The ascent is challenging but super rewarding - once you reach the top you have jaw-dropping 360 degree views of the southern alps and surrounding area. The Mt John Observatory sits at the summit and you will see why it is a special place to visit - perhaps even tempting you to book your own Star Gazing experience while you are in town! The Mt John loop is run in a way to make the most of the incredible views, and mostly as a downhill. Once you descend Mt John you will run along the side of the lake, taking you back past the Race Village and the spectators as you head around to other side of Lake Tekapo. The second section of the half marathon is just as scenic. You will cross over the arched pedestrian bridge, run right alongside the world-famous Church of the Good Shepherd, and into the towns best-kept secret, the Regional Park. This forest section is truly magical, giving you glimpses of the surrounding mountains and rugged landscape that the Mackenzie District is renowned for. Once you weave your way through the forest you will pop out lake-side, allowing you to run right beside the water as you head back to the finish area.
This course is a jewel in the crown of half marathon's in New Zealand. It offers a great variety of terrain, with breathtaking views that are right up there with anything you will find around the world. Come and see for yourself!
The gear list below is compulsory. If you wish to carry extra items that you would usually take when running then please do so. While the Aid Stations will supply you with nutrition at various points along the course, it is recommended you carry with you any extra items you might require during the 21km - including any specific nutrition or fluid the Aid Stations may not provide.
On Friday 12th September the Race Director along with the Safety Manager will decide if the Compulsory Gear can become Recommended Gear. The team will be making a decision based on weather forecasts and track conditions for race day. This will be announced on Friday 12th September via email and social media. Please come prepared for alpine weather - if we do compulsory gear checks and you do not have the correct gear then you will not be able to race.
IF THE WEATHER FORECAST DEEMS IT NECESSARY TO CARRY COMPULSORY GEAR, WE WILL DO RANDOM GEAR CHECKS FOR THE 21KM, 16KM, AND 12KM EVENTS on the morning of the race. If you are not carrying gear you will be disqualified from the race.
Remember: no gear checks will be done on Friday 12th September at Race Registration. Random gear checks will be done on race day prior to your race starting. If announced, the compulsory gear may be dropped to ‘recommended gear’ - check your email and social media on Friday 12th September for any updates.
COMPULSORY GEAR:
You must carry the following with you in your pack:
If you have any questions surrounding your compulsory gear (not discussions surrounding the necessities of carrying it), please email support@scenicsports.net
Aid Stations are at the following distances in the 21km event:
The 4km Aid Station will have water, PURE Electrolyte Hydration, and lollies only. All other aid stations will have water, PURE Electrolyte Hydration, and a supply of fruit, lollies, chips, etc. More details of what will be at each Aid Station will be released closer to the time of the event. Each Aid Station is well stocked and has Gluten Free options available.
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