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Shotover Moonlight Marathon

Queenstown

Shotover Moonlight Marathon

Trail Running Difficult

Distance
43 km
Ascent
2.4 km
Descent
2.3 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
433 m
High Point
1.1 km
Gradient
16˚
Shotover Moonlight Marathon Map

This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 433 m to the maximum altitude of 1.1 km, the route covers 43 km, 2387 vertical metres of ascent and 2289 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Shotover Moonlight Marathon race

Difficulty

Difficult

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between December and March