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South Island Half Marathon
Sunday, August 2, 2026 · Ashburton, New Zealand
Distances
1km
7km
Half
About this race
Lake Hood serves as the focal point, with the South Island Half Marathon designed around a "flat, scenic lakeside course" suitable for both "fast times and relaxed running." It offers the practical combination runners value: serious competition for those aiming for "personal best attempts," yet relaxed enough for walkers, beginners, and casual runners to feel comfortable.
The course utilizes wide, sealed roads encircling the lake. Laps feature "water views," followed by nearby home and garden settings and reserves. It is a fast, flat course, allowing runners to establish a rhythm without contending with the terrain. The Kidz Dash around Lake Hood Reserve provides children aged 7–13 their own participation opportunity within the event.
Start location
Lake Hood, Canterbury, New Zealand
Ashburton