This is one beast of a trail running and walking event held in the Tongariro National Park. The course cuts across the heart of the World Heritage Tongariro National Park, starting off at the Desert Road on the eastern side of Tongariro national park, taking in the Rangipo Desert and Waihohonu traverse track before finishing at the Chateau Tongariro in Whakapapa to the west.
We’re thrilled to confirm that the Tussock Traverse will return on Saturday, 25th January 2025, providing another fantastic opportunity to experience the breathtaking trails of Tongariro National Park. Known for its rugged beauty and variety of course options, this is a great event for trail runners and walkers who are new to the sport, through to the experienced mountain goats looking for their next challenge.
Project Tongariro provides volunteer course marshals to cover all positions from Tukino Road right through to the Chateau Tongariro (which includes the Waihohonu Track marshals) and a BBQ team who look after participants when they cross the finish line. It’s a fun day out and an important fundraising opportunity for us! If you would like to volunteer at this event, please get in touch!
Check, Clean, Dry to stop the spread
Getting outdoors is a fantastic way to explore New Zealand, but it's important to clean your boots and gear to prevent the spread of invasive weed species and pests like didymo that threaten our rivers, lakes, and native ecosystems. Always check your gear for seeds, cleaning and drying thoroughly after every use to help protect NZ’s great outdoors.