Trail Running calendar near Otford 2025-2026

Tackle a scenic 21 km trail around Lake Parramatta Reserve in December, with waterfalls, lakeside views and technical single track under an eucalypt canopy. Limited to 400 runners per day, this single lap course has a strict 4 hour cutoff.

The Narrabeen Allnighter is an iconic Australian ultramarathon on the scenic Narrabeen course, featuring 12 hour and 100 km challenges. Join runners chasing personal bests and course records in a lively, community atmosphere.

Run the St Ives rounds of the Sydney Trail Series through St Ives Wildflower Gardens and Ku Ring Gai National Park, featuring scenic single track and technical climbs. Distances from 7 km to 30 km with food and prizes after the race.

Hit the trails at Manly Dam in summer 2026 with the Sydney Trail Series, three monthly races on 18 Jan, 22 Feb and 22 Mar. Choose from 9, 11, 20 or 30 km courses and pick single or bundle entries for a season of scenic trail running.

Run the St Ives rounds of the Sydney Trail Series through St Ives Wildflower Gardens and Ku Ring Gai National Park, featuring scenic single track and technical climbs. Distances from 7 km to 30 km with food and prizes after the race.

Scenic trails through Lane Cove National Park at Whale Rock Trail Run in Pennant Hills, with 6.5 km and 17 km options plus kids events. Enjoy an event village with food trucks, live music and family fun while supporting Gotcha4Life.

Run the St Ives rounds of the Sydney Trail Series through St Ives Wildflower Gardens and Ku Ring Gai National Park, featuring scenic single track and technical climbs. Distances from 7 km to 30 km with food and prizes after the race.

Run the Jabulani Challenge through Ku Ring Gai Chase National Park from Bobbin Head on Pittwater. Choose 12 km, 22 km or 45 km or tackle the Triple Trail Challenge for scenic single track, rainforest and creek crossings.

The Coastal Classic is a 30 km trail run through Royal National Park from Otford to Bundeena. Enjoy dramatic coastal views and varied terrain from sand and rocky beaches to cliff top trails, rainforest and steep climbs.

Run along Botany Bay at the Beachside Dash and Family Fun Run with 2 km, 5 km and 10 km options for all ages. Enjoy family entertainment, coffee and a post race recovery area while supporting local medical research.