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ULTRA WANAKA 21km

21km Race Details

Sunday, April 26th, 2026

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While it may not be an ultra distance, the 21 km course is too good not to offer and perfect for runners who want a fast, runnable and scenic race.

Starting at Dublin Bay, runners leave the sandy shoreline and move quickly onto wide, open trails heading toward Albert Town.

After crossing the Clutha River, the course settles into long, flowing riverside gravel paths via the Outlet Track. The race finishes with a flat, fast run along the Wanaka lakefront, with Lake Wanaka beside you all the way to the line.

The 21 km is a highly runnable course, well suited to runners stepping up in distance or those looking for a smooth, well paced race without the demands of an ultra.

 
Race Details
  • Distance: 21km
  • Run or Walk
  • Race Start: 8am
  • Date: 26th April, 2026
  • Start: Dublin Bay, Wanaka
  • Finish: Lakefront Wanaka
  • Mandatory Bus to the start line for all Participants
  • Cutoff: All 21km athletes must finish the course by 2pm
  • Minimum age: 14 on Race day
  • Medals: All finishers receive a medal

Pricing

  • Early Bird: $129, ends 1st March
  • Standard: $149, 2nd March to 12th April
  • Late Entry: $179, from 13th April onwards
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Recommended Gear

We recommend you carry the following:

  • Long sleeved thermal
  • Waterproof, Seam sealed jacket
  • Thermal hat
  • Thermal gloves
  • Emergency bag
  • Flask/camel pack with capacity for a minimum of 600ml of fluid
Aid Stations
  • 9.5km - Food, hydration, toilet
  • 15.5km - Food, hydration, toilet
Mandatory Buses to the Start line

There is no vehicle access to the start line on Dublin Bay Road on the morning of the event. The road will be closed, and there is no parking or drop-off available at the start area.

All runners must use the official event buses to reach the start line.

All buses depart from the lakefront finish area and are included in your entry price. Boarding checks will be in place to ensure only registered participants access the start area.

Buses will leave the lake front from 05:40am for the 21km

Runners are asked to arrive early and allow time for boarding

This system helps minimise congestion, protect the environment at Dublin Bay, and ensure a smooth, stress-free start for everyone.

Spectators

Supporters can see athletes at Albert Town Campsite, where runners pass through and later in the race, spectators can watch runners along the lakefront path at Beacon Point and Bremner Bay, where the course winds along side the lake before heading toward the finish.

Spectators are asked to stay off the course, follow any signage or marshal instructions and respect other shared path users at all times.