Trail Running calendar near Blue Mountains 2026-2027

A training run on the Hounslow 17 km course in the Blue Mountains National Park, following cliff-top tracks and stair descents, with three pace groups, mandatory race gear, and NPWS ECO PASS licensing.

A 25 km trail running and mountain bike event along the Oaks Fire Trail in Blue Mountains National Park, running from Woodford train station to Euroka Campground. Aid station at 12 km and finish-line food and drinks are included.

True Grit Sydney on June 27, 2026 is a military inspired obstacle event at Dragle Farm, Lower Portland with multiple distances, team options and on site camping. It features a timed Elite competition, a riverside festival and finisher rewar..

A guided trail training run in Blue Mountains National Park covering an 18 km return with steep stairs, river crossing and single track. NPWS ECO PASS licensed trainers lead three pace groups and discuss gear, nutrition and race strategy.

A single lap trail half marathon at Lake Parramatta in July featuring technical single track, fire trails and a waterfall. The *21.1 km* course has 386 m elevation, mandatory gear rules and a strict 4 hour cutoff.

A community running festival at Lake Gillawarna on 12 July 2026 offering 3 km, 7 km, 14 km and 21.1 km races, medals for all finishers and trophies for top placings, with team and family entry options.

A guided training run on the Hounslow course from Perry's Lookdown in Blue Mountains National Park. Routes include a steep 18 km return and an 11 km option with significant elevation gain.

Trail ultra events of 30 km, 50 km and 100 km start from St Ives Showground in July 2026 and run through Ku-ring-gai Chase, Garigal National Park and Manly Dam with marked routes and aid stations.

Trail running event at the Bilpin Fruit Bowl in the Blue Mountains with 16 km and 34 km courses plus a 1.5 km kids race. The event is non profit and donates ten dollars from each entry to local Rural Fire Services.

A guided training run on the Hounslow 17km course in the Blue Mountains, following cliff top tracks, Govetts Leap, Evans Lookout and the Grand Canyon. Licensed trainers lead three pace groups and the session includes mandatory gear and nutr..

Ten Trails of Garigal runs on 6 September 2026 at Acron Oval, St Ives. Runners complete up to ten 5 km laps with a 45 minute cut off per lap. Options include 20 km, 40 km or 50 km.

A family friendly community running day at Bella Vista Farm on Sunday 6th September with multiple course options, market stalls and activities, organised by Castle Hill Rotary to raise funds for local charities.

A weekend of trail racing in Blackheath and the Grose Valley Wilderness with a 17 km cliff top route and a 42 km marathon that extends to the Pinnacles. Courses feature canyon tracks, sandstone cliffs and steep technical terrain.

Trail races at St Ives in spring through bushland and Ku-ring-gai National Park, with 7 km, 10 km, 24 km and 30 km options, aid stations, a recovery area and a free post race brekky at St Ives Showground.

A backyard ultra at St Ives Showground on 19 September 2026 where runners repeat a 6.706 km loop each hour until one remains. Entries include a race shirt, finisher medal and live streaming.

A trail running event at Lizard Log in Western Sydney Parklands offering 32 km, 20 km, 11 km and 6 km courses, chip timing and finisher medals. Car access and parking are provided and volunteers receive event benefits.

GNW Trail Running Festival on 20 September 2026 offers trail races of roughly 10 km, 30 km and 50 km with measured ascent, descent and set time cutoffs, plus Six Foot Track qualifier status for the 30K and 50K.

GNW Trail Running Festival on 20 September 2026 offers 10K, 30K and 50K trail races with measured ascent, descent, cut off times and tiered entry fees. The 30K and 50K serve as qualifiers for the 2026 Six Foot Track.

A trail running festival at the old Portland Cement Works offering 2 km kids, 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon, plus a Trail Boss challenge across single track and access roads around The Foundations.

The Blue Goat Backyard Marathon returns for its 8th edition on a private trail loop in the Blue Mountains. Choose from distances including a 5 km dash, a classic marathon, or the unique Last One Standing endurance challenge. The event is ca..