| Athletics at the IV South Pacific Games | |
|---|---|
| Dates | September 9-15 |
| Host city | Pirae, French Polynesia  |
| Venue | Stade Pater Te Hono Nui |
| Level | Senior |
| Events | 35 (22 men, 13 women) |
| Participation | 13 nations |
Athletics competitions at the 1971 South Pacific Games were held at the Stade Pater Te Hono Nui in Pirae, French Polynesia, between September 9-15, 1971.[1]
A total of 35 events were contested, 22 by men and 13 by women.