8 August, 2026
Redwood Forest, Rotorua
Event Details:
Run, jog or dance to the finish! However you get through Rotorua's mighty Redwoods to the festival at the finish, keep hydrated with CamelBak.
Recommended Gear
We recommend our Dart Trail Run Vest and the Thrive Chug or Flip Straw bottles for training and race day.
25-27 September, 2026
Hanmer Springs
Event Details:
The Merrell Spring Challenge is an adventure race designed for women who love connection, challenge and a little adventure. In teams of three, choose from 3, 6 or 9-hour courses and explore the outdoors, push your limits and create unforgettable memories along the way.
Recommended Gear
We recommend our Dart Trail Run Vest and the Thrive Chug or Flip Straw bottles for training and race day.
Mar - Nov 2026
10 locations, nationwide
Event Details:
The Aramex Kiwi Walk & Run Series is a fun-filled nationwide trail series showcasing some of New Zealand’s most stunning scenery, with achievable distances from 5km to 18km and no tough hills!
It’s all about fresh air, beautiful trails, good company and a great excuse to get out for the day. Whether you’re chasing a trail-running goal or walking with friends, enjoy themed pit stops along the way and an epic finish-line celebration.
Recommended Gear
Whether you're walking with friends and take a bottle or collapsible run cup to refill on course, or running the trails and want a streamlined hydration run vest, CamelBak has your hydration covered.
Oct 23-25, 2026
Rotorua
Event Details:
The Whaka 100 is one of New Zealand’s ultimate mountain biking challenges, taking riders through Rotorua’s world-class trails. With distances from family-friendly rides through to the iconic 100km and epic Miler, there’s a challenge for every level of rider.
Recommended Gear
CamelBak Chase™ Vests are the ideal choice for long, tough days in the saddle.
Complement your hydration pack with electrolytes in your Podium® Dirt Series Chill™ 620ml Bottle - the insulated design keeps your drink cooler for longer, while the nozzle cover keeps dirt and debris off the mouthpiece.
6-7 November, 2026
Rotorua
Event Details:
The Ultimate Trail Running Festival
Based in Rotorua, the geothermal and adventure heart of Aotearoa New Zealand, Legend of the Peaks offers running and walking events for all levels – from 2km kids’ events to the 42km New Zealand Forest Marathon and the ultimate Whaka Ultra 50K.
Epic trails meet festival vibes, with an expo, music, food and plenty of good times.
Recommended Gear
From your first 5K to the Whaka Ultra 50K, CamelBak has the hydration to keep you moving. We recommend the following:
5K / 10K: Dart™ Run Vest
Half Marathon: Trail Run™ Vest or Women's Trail Run Vest
Marathon / 50K: Apex™ Pro Run Vest or Zephyr™ Pro Vest
Nov 2026 - Mar 2027
10 locations, nationwide
Event Details:
The Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon inspires Kiwi kids to get active. CamelBak knows how important it is to keep kids hydrated throughout the day, and especially while they are active.
Recommended Gear
The CamelBak range of kids bottles is perfect for the task. For longer training days on the bike, check out the Kids' Mini M.U.L.E.® Hydration Pack.
Race 1: Oct 11, 2026
Race 2: Dec 6, 2026
Race 3: Feb 14, 2027
Rotorua
Event Details:
The Giant Legends Enduro Series races are events for everyone young to old, who love riding their Mountain bikes, cruising up the hills and racing down.
Recommended Gear
Our Bike Packs and Podium Dirt bottles are your go-to for this event!