The Lake Hayes Triathlon

Queenstown , New Zealand Dec 26
The Lake Hayes Triathlon is New Zealand's oldest surviving triathlon, first held in 1983. This event is situated in and around the beautiful and iconic Lake Hayes in Queenstown, offering a stunning backdrop for competitors.

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The Lake Hayes Triathlon - Find your perfect running pace 6.2 mi

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Calculated running time 00:50:00
0 km
22 m
4.33 min/km
1 km
102 m
5.12 min/km
2 km
83 m
4.47 min/km
3 km
11 m
4.23 min/km
4 km
26 m
4.32 min/km
FAQ - The Lake Hayes Triathlon 6.2 mi

A 10km off-road trail run, consisting of two laps of the 5km course, starting from the Showground and following the walking track beside Lake Hayes.

The Lake Hayes Triathlon - When will it be held?
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The Lake Hayes Triathlon takes place at 26 Dec 2026
The Lake Hayes Triathlon - where is the venue?
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The Lake Hayes Triathlon takes place in Queenstown, New Zealand
The Lake Hayes Triathlon - How many different courses can I choose from?
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The Lake Hayes Triathlon: There are a total of 2 courses
The Lake Hayes Triathlon - What is the shortest and longest course?
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The shortest distance available is 3.1 km, and the longest on is 6.2 km
The Lake Hayes Triathlon - When should I start training?
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Although there is no general rule for the minimum preparation time, we recommend at least 12 weeks of training for a race like The Lake Hayes Triathlon
The Lake Hayes Triathlon - Is there a training plan to help me prepare?
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