Roam Free Trail Series.
Your Adventure. Your Way.
The Roam Free Trail Series is your ticket to adventure across the central North Island’s most stunning trails.
When you sign up, you will choose a distance, long (21km), mid (10km-16km), or short (5km-7km), to guide your series journey.
As part of your entry, you’ll receive a Roam Free Trail Series branded Marmot hoodie (valued at $130 RRP). And when you complete all four events, you’ll earn the official Roam Free Trail Series medal — a symbol of your achievement and the ultimate keepsake of your journey.
Choose Your Distance.
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LONG DISTANCE
Go big and go all in. Tackle a half marathon at each event and earn serious trail cred — this is the ultimate Roam Free challenge for runners who thrive on distance, terrain, and grit.
Craters Trail Run 21km
The Taniwha 21km
Cougar Trail Run 21km
Kinloch Offroad Challenge 21km -
MID DISTANCE
Perfectly punchy. These mid-length distances deliver the sweet spot of challenge and fun, with varied terrain, stunning scenery, and a good hit of adventure — no ultra training required.
Craters Trail Run 12km
The Taniwha 16km
Cougar Trail Run 14km
Kinloch Offroad Challenge 10km -
SHORT DISTANCE
Short, sharp and full of soul. Whether you’re new to trails or just keen to cruise, our shortest courses offer a fun and accessible way to be part of the series — no matter your pace.
Craters Trail Run 6km
The Taniwha 7km
Cougar Trail Run 7km
Kinloch Offroad Challenge 5km
Roam Free Trail Series Event Merch.
When you sign up for the Roam Free Trail Series, you’ll receive a Marmot Event Series Hoodie (valued at $130 RRP) as part of your entry.
It’s designed to keep you warm and comfortable on the trails while showing off your series pride — with the Roam Free Trail Series logo on the back, along with the list of events you’ve conquered.
Roam Free Trail Series Medal.
Participants who complete all four events in the Roam Free Trail Series will receive the official Roam Free Trail Series medal.
This special award will be presented at the final event — the Kinloch Offroad Challenge on 5 September 2026 — as a celebration of your commitment and achievement across the series.
