The Rugged Rogaine Series is a fun way to explore the beautiful Waikato countryside, experience an adventure sport, practice map reading and navigation, and improve your fitness.
- Run, jog, or walk – you set the pace
- By yourself, in a team, or as a family
- Kids, adults, and seniors
- Fun adventure or a competitive challenge and race
- Check out photos from past events
Orienteering Waikato has four upcoming rogaines as part of this event series:
| Event Date | Location | Course Options | Links | Directions |
| Sun 08-Mar-2026 | Waimai Valley, Waimai Valley Rd, Te Akau | 2 or 4-hour | ||
| Sun 03-May-2026 | Papahiwi, Hoddle Rd, Maihiihi | 2 or 4-hour | Event Information | Google | Apple |
| Sun 24-May-2026 | Mt Karioi, Te Hutewai Rd, Raglan | 2 or 4-hour | Event Information Karioi Project | Google | Apple |
| Sun 07-Jun-2026 | Te Miro, Waterworks Rd, Te Miro | 2 or 4-hour | Event Information | Google | Apple |
| Sun 21-Jun-2026 | Rapid Stream, Kerr Rd, Naike | 2 or 4-hour | Event Information | Google | Apple |
What to Expect
2 and 4-hour Rogaine through forestry and over farmland where teams/individuals have to find as many controls as they can in that time. The control points will vary so it is important to spend a bit of time planning a route. If you’re late back points will be deducted for every minute you’re over the cut-off time. The 2-hour race can be done solo, but the 4-hour race must be done as a team (2-5 people, Men/Women/Mixed/Junior).
We provide you with:
- A Rogaine map
- A 2-hour or 4-hour Rogaine course
- Electronic timing (SI card)
The Challenge
Visit as many checkpoints as you can in the time available. Some are worth more than others so make sure you choose the best ones to visit! Don’t be late back as you will lose points!
The race is on! All are welcome to have a go!
Compulsory Gear List
A list of compulsory gear for all individuals/teams is provided here:
Per individual:
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm* thermal base layer top (long sleeve)
- Warm* hat
- Whistle
- Adequate water
Per team/entry:
- Compass
- Fully charged phone in waterproof bag
Other Recommended Gear:
- Warm* gloves
- Basic first aid kit
- Survival blanket
- Head torch
- Food
- Sunhat
- Sunscreen
*Warm means wool, merino, fleece, down, polypro or equivalent material
Schedule
| 2-hour | 4-hour | |
| Registration opens | 9:00 am | 9:00 am |
| Briefing/maps | 11:45 am | 9:45 am |
| Race start | 12:30 pm | 10:30 am |
| Race finish | 2:30 pm | 2:30 pm |
| Prizegiving | 3:00 pm | 3:00 pm |
Pickup electronic timing SI cards from registration. Planning time will be approximately 30 minutes. The course closes 30 minutes after the Race finish time.
Entry Details
Pre-register Only
Pre-entry closes the Wednesday prior to each event. Entries are now open for all four events via EnterO
Series Fees
| 2-hour event | 4-hour event | |
| Under 12 | Free | Free |
| Junior (12-19 years) | Member $15 (Non-member $20) | Member $25 (Non-member $30) |
| Senior (20 years and over) | Member $30 (Non-member $40) | Member $50 (Non-member $60) |
| Electronic timing device (SI card) Hire | $3 | $3 |
Waikato Orienteering looks forward to seeing you and your mates there, for a fun, challenging event!