Trail Running calendar near Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park 2026-2027

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 night road and trail run at North Head, Manly NSW on 3 July 2026 offering 5 km and 8 km options, mandatory lights and reflective clothing. Early bird and standard entry fees apply and prizes are awarded to top finishers.

Two day track ultrarunning event at Campbelltown Athletics Centre in Leumeah on 4 and 5 July 2026. Six races from 1 hour to 24 hour plus a marathon, with the 24 hour hosting the Australian 24 Hour National Championships and walking qualifie..

A single-lap 21.1 km winter trail half marathon at Lake Parramatta Reserve featuring technical single track, fire trail and lakeside scenery. Mandatory gear, cupless hydration and a strict four hour cutoff apply.

Raffertys Coastal Run on July 11, 2026 in Lake Macquarie, NSW offers 12 km, 22 km, 35 km, a kids run and a Triple Trail Challenge. The route travels from lake shore to rugged coastline via Wallarah National Park and Munmorah State Conservat..

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.

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.

Manly Dam Trail Run on 2 August 2026 features timed trail races over 8 km, 16 km, 24 km and 32 km on a marked loop by the water with aid stations, first aid and participant medals.

A 30 km point to point trail run from Otford to Bundeena through Royal National Park on 5 September 2026. The route follows coastal tracks with rocky sections, beaches, cliffs, bushland and rainforest.

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.

Beachside Dash returns to Dolls Point on 13 September 2026 with five races, including a new 21.1 km half marathon. The event supports medical research and offers prizes, finisher medals and a recovery area.

Trail races at St Ives Showground on bush trails through St Ives Wildflower Gardens and Ku-ring-gai National Park. Distances range from 7 km to 30 km, with aid stations, cut-offs and a post race recovery breakfast.

A team-based endurance event on 19–20 September 2026 in Heathcote and Royal National Park offering 18 km, 48 km or 96 km courses with checkpoints, fundraising requirements, and support for the Kokoda Youth Foundation.

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.

A trail running festival on the Great North Walk on 20 September 2026 offering 10K, 30K and 50K races with staged entry periods and fees. The 30K and 50K also act as qualifiers for the 2026 Six Foot Track.