The Journey
Day 37 - Sunday 15th March 2015
Mt. Ruapehu
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Description
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Tahurangi, the true summit of Ruapehu, is both the North Island's highest peak and the xenith of the Challenge. Coming at the start of the final week it will make for an 'interesting' day out.
Starting from the Turoa ski field car park we'll make the 1,300m climb over boulder fields, slab rock and possibly some snow & ice, via the Skyline Ridge to the summit. This is not running, it's not even hiking, it's mountaineering. Returning the way we came we'll head down the Ohakune Road a short way before turning west on the RTM track to the classic Magaturuturu Hut, then continue heading downhill on a little used track to Horopito. Here we'll pick up the recently revamped Old Coach Road (actually more of a 4WD track) and follow it all the way to Ohakune.
Important Notes
Support runners need to be self-sufficient in regards to transport to the start and back from the finish. While we MAY be able to offer some assistance this CANNOT be guaranteed.
Basic mountaineering skills, including proficiency with ice axe and crampons, as well as a good head for heights are essential for this day.
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Height of Peak
2797m
Distance Run
42.2km
Total Elevation Gain
1632m
Time On Feet
12+ hrs
Degree of Difficulty
Extreme
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