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The Goat Alpine Adventure Run - The Original Tongariro

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Tongariro National Park, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

calendar_today 17 Jan, 2026

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About the Event

Answer the call of the mountain at The Goat Adventure Run on January 17, 2026. This rugged 20km traverse across Mount Ruapehu's western slopes is a premier test for trail runners, featuring relentless climbs and incredibly diverse volcanic terrain. From boulder-strewn rivers to tussock grasslands and stunning lava flows, the course is a showcase of Tongariro National Park's raw beauty. With a dedicated kids' event, The Kid, it's a full-family adventure weekend set in one of New Zealand's most dramatic and unforgettable landscapes.

Races Offered

The Goat Alpine Adventure Run - The Original Tongariro

Jan 17, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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Type — Others, Running

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-38 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Tongariro National Park.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 6.9° / 15.3°

wb_sunny 4.1° / 13.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 9.5 /

water_drop 83.1%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 6.9° / 15.3°

wb_sunny 4.1° / 13.3°

air 9.5 km/h

water_drop 83.1%

About Tongariro National Park

Learn more about the host city, Tongariro National Park.

Tongariro National Park, in the central North Island of New Zealand, contains the three active volcanoes of Mount Ruapehu, Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe. It is one of the North Island's most popular areas for day tramping, multi-day tramping and snow sports. The island's two main skifields are on Ruapehu. The park was New Zealand's first national park and is a World Heritage site.