Held in August, the Mitre 10 Te Anau 10k a fantastic opportunity to experience the bracing freshness of a Fiordland winter’s day, when crisp clear days are the norm.

With mighty Mt Titiroa behind you and the World Heritage Fiordland National Park to your left, the scenery will enthral even the seasoned runner.

Running under the snow-capped mountains, you’ll snake your way through sections of beech forest and alongside the crystal clear Waiau River before finishing up at picture perfect, lakefront Te Anau.

10:30am start at the location of the Yerix Reach Access Trail just off Golf Course Road, where you will run/walk along Fiordland Trail Trust’s Lake2lake track beside the Upper Waiau River before climbing up to higher terraces on three occasions.

A relaxed and enjoyable vibe flows through the field as you draw inspiration from the breath-taking scenery.

From there you reach the Lake Te Anau control gates – where you make your way around the stunning lakefront trail. There’s plenty to take in as you pass Tui Bay and the Te Anau Bird Sanctuary (try to spot a takahe or a kākā) before heading along the town waterfront to Lions Park.

Three water stations and three toilet stops can be found along the way.

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Registrations open NOW!!

Anyone participating in the Mitre 10 Te Anau 10k must be at least 14-years-old on race day and attend the race briefing at 10:15am.

If any participant becomes distressed or exhausted the safety director or race director have the right to withdraw that person from the event.

Runners and walkers should be certain that they are fit enough and sufficiently well trained to complete this event. If you are unsure about your general health or fitness consult your family doctor before embarking on a training program. There are many running/walking training programs available on the internet.

There will be limited road closures in Te Anau, however runners and walkers should remain vigilant, obey normal pedestrian rules and respect other trail users at all times.

The trail is still open to the public, although is usually quieter in winter. However, runners and walkers should constantly be on alert and follow all directives from the course safety marshals.

Runners and walkers must follow the indicated channeling of the cones where necessary.

Sorry NO prams or Dogs due to our Health and Safety Plan

Walkers should walk no more than two abreast and keep single file and to the left on narrower sections of the course to allow runners to pass safely.

Withdrawals up to 1 July 2023 will receive a 80% refund and withdrawals from 2 July – 1 August will receive a 25% refund. A deferment can be made to the following years event with an administrative fee of $20. There will be no refunds or deferments after the 1 August. Any request for a withdrawal or deferment must be made in writing to events@teanauevents.co.nz

A list of participants will be able to be viewed here.