SINCE 1959
Tussock Traverse
Sat, 26 Jan
|Chateau Tongariro Hotel
The Tussock Traverse offers both keen trail runners and walkers, as well as people new to the excitement of off-road adventures, one of the most scenic and varied courses in New Zealand.
Time & Location
26 Jan 2019, 8:00 am
Chateau Tongariro Hotel, State Highway 48, Mt Ruapehu 3951, New Zealand
About the Event
6.5km Run / Walk
The 6.5km is a stunning loop, perfect for family groups or people experiencing off-road events for the first time. The course will start and finish at the Chateau Tongariro. Enjoy the scenery and the adventure that includes rock hopping, lava fields, desert, alpine trace and beech forest.
13km Run / Walk
The 13km will start and finish at the Chateau Tongariro. There’ll be some great views of the National Park while you encounter lava fields, alpine tracks, beech forests and do a bit of rock hopping. An achievable distance for most people or perfect for beginners wanting a challenge!
26km Run / Walk
The 26km run/walk course begins approximately 6km up the Tukino Road in the Rangipo Desert (entrance off the Desert Road, SH1) with a long hard climb straight up! Take in the fantastic views of the National Park and mountains as you head for the finish line at the Chateau Tongariro.
More details here: https://tussocktraverse.co.nz/event-info/