Harris Hill Top Challenge

The Harris Hill Top Challenge is a unique trail running event that will have you running over private land with spectacular views of Nelson in the background. This is the 5th year the event has been run, special thanks go to The Summer House for allowing us to use their property for the course.

The date for this event will be the Saturday 25 April. Registrations from 10.00am at the Summer House, race briefing at 11:50am and race Start 12noon sharp

We will have 2 courses for you and both will be a challenge. We have a 7km course with 350meters of elevation for runners & walkers and a 10km course with over 650meters of elevation for runners only. 

Stick around after the event, there will be spot prizes and food and drink will be available from the Summer House. Entries are $30 each with all profit going to Stroke Aotearoa NZ Click the link below to enter now (this is preferred) or enter on the day. Entries are limited to 150 so be in quick, parking on the property is limited so carpooling is recommended. You will also be able to walk up the driveway to the property but if you do so make sure you come early.

Thanks to Nelson Coach lines will be taking people up from Clifton Terrace from (time 10.30am) free of charge

Don't want to run but want to make a donation then click this link https://stroke-aotearoa-new-zealand.grassrootz.com/harris-hill-top-challenge-2026

Race day Timetable

10.00am Registration Opens at the Summer House

10.30am 1st bus leaves Clifton Terrace

11:40am Registration closes

11:50am Race Briefing

12noon Race Start

3.00pm (approx) Prize Giving

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