Meridian Hydro Half Marathon

Meridian Hydro Half Marathon

Saturday, 8 August 2026

Manapouri/Te Anau, Southland

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The Meridian Hydro Half Marathon returns to Te Anau, Fiordland on 8 August 2026, along with the Mitre 10 Te Anau 10K.

Starting at the location of the original Manapouri Hydro Construction Village at Kepler Farm and with Mt Titiroa behind you and the World Heritage Fiordland National Park to your left, the stunning scenery will entertain even the seasoned runner.

The route follows the Upper Waiau River to the Lake Te Anau Control gates, then along the lakefront trail to the finish line at Steamers Beach on the Lakefront. Refer to event website for course maps.

Funds raised from the event will go towards extending the trail to Te Anau downs and for trail maintenance. There is an opportunity at registration to donate to the Trust.

This is a cup-free event - bring your own cup/water bottle for refilling at aid stations during the race.

Organiser

Fiordland Trails Trust

Distances/Events

Half Marathon

Location map

This event starts at the original Hydro Construction Village and finishes at Steamers Beach in Te Anau.

Please note: the map location may be approximate. Refer to the event website for start lines and course maps.

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This listing was last manually checked on 9 September 2025.

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