24km Ridge Challenge

Ready to earn your views?
The 24km course takes you on a full-circle Coromandel adventure starting from the valley floor, climbing high onto the central ridgeline (with views that stretch for miles!), before winding your way back down again.

You’ll conquer over 1300m of climbing - yep, your legs will feel it - but for every uphill grind, there’s an equal 1300m of glorious downhill to let loose and fly.

The trail throws a bit of everything at you, making it the ultimate adventure. It’s got; steady climbs that lead to jaw-dropping lookouts, buttery singletrack, and a few spicy sections to keep things interesting. You’ll catch views from Matarangi in the east to Waiheke Island in the west. The views are proof that the effort is totally worth it.

Along the way, you’ll tackle the infamous Ventilator Hill, cruise through the Roundabout, climb up and over Panorama Hill, and try not to stop too long at The Cookie Run (yes, real homemade cookies from the White Star team!). Then it’s homeward bound - finishing with a couple of ankle-deep water crossings just to keep you honest.

And once you’ve crossed that finish line, the adventure doesn’t end there. Refuel with a gourmet burger, gather around the bonfire, and celebrate with live music at the Ridge Runner afterparty - you’ve earned it!

This is the Coromandel at its best - rugged, rewarding, and ridiculously good fun.