The best running trails in the Kaimanawa Mountains
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Last updated: September 25, 2025
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1. Major Jones Pool – Breakfast Pool loop from Tūrangi
12.6km
01:30
50m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
41
runners
2. Emerald Lakes – Red Crater loop from Highlands Park
41.8km
05:46
1,320m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert
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12
runners
3. Urchin – Sharp Cone loop from Highlands Park
24.8km
03:33
1,100m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert
8
runners
4. Major Jones Pool – Never Fail Pool loop from Tūrangi
6.58km
00:46
30m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
4
runners
5. Umukarikari – Te Raketuangiangi loop from Highlands Park
46.4km
07:13
2,410m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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