Coastal Challenge

Course

Point-to-point coastal run along Auckland's North Shore. Distances start variously at Takapuna Beach, Milford Beach, Browns Bay, Long Bay or Arkles Bay, and all finish at Windsor Reserve in Devonport. Runners cover sand, rock hopping and water crossings between beaches.

Key dates

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  Registration
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  Race day
  February 2027 · date to be announced

About

The Coastal Challenge is an iconic adventure run along Auckland's extraordinary North Shore coastline. Runners, walkers, and adventurers of all ages and abilities can experience the stunning beaches, rock hopping, and getting wet on this one-of-a-kind event in a one-of-a-kind city.

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  Coatesville Half Marathon

  Sun 14 Feb 2027 · Coatesville, Auckland · Half Marathon · 8k Classic · 4k Fun Run & Walk · 2k Kids’ Dash

  Classic countryside half with a flying downhill finish

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  Trail LoopHER Riverhead

  February 2027 · Helensville, Auckland · 12 Hours · 6 Hours · 3 Hours · Multiple 4K laps

  Women-only trail laps through Auckland's Riverhead Forest

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  Run Albany

  March 2027 · Auckland · 15k Run · 10k Run & Walk · 5k Run & Walk · 2k Kids' Dash
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  Round the Bays Auckland

  Sun 7 Mar 2027 · Auckland · Round the Bays

  The biggest fun run in NZ, city to St Heliers by the sea

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