Trail Running calendar near Patonga 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.

A 27 kilometre out-and-back run on Mt Sugarloaf from the top to Wakefield and back on 27 June 2026. Online registration is required; NXC members enter free while non-members pay $100.

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..

Southern Sydney Track Ultra returns 4 to 5 July 2026, hosting the Australian 24 Hour National Championships on a fast new 400 m synthetic track at Campbelltown Sports Centre. Choose from 24, 12, 6 and 3 hour races or a marathon for a certif..

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.

Raffertys Coastal Run on July 11, 2026 features multiple trail distances from 12km to 35km, a kids run and a Triple Trail Challenge around Lake Macquarie, with courses through Wallarah National Park and coastal areas including Catherine Hil..

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 races in Sydney’s bushland on 25 and 26 July 2026, starting from St Ives Showground. Distances of 30 km, 50 km and 100 km with marked courses, aid stations and mandatory gear requirements.

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 south of Sydney, featuring rocky track, beaches, cliff-top sections and rainforest. The event also includes a Triple Trail Challenge and other event option..

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.

Three monthly trail race days at St Ives Showground in Spring 2026 offer 7 km, 10.5 km, 24 km and a November 30 km option with multi race bundles and tiered pricing.

A team endurance hike in Royal and Heathcote National Parks on 19 to 20 September 2026 offering 18 km, 48 km and 96 km options. Teams meet fundraising targets that support Kokoda Youth Foundation programs.

A backyard ultra at St Ives Showground on 19 September 2026 where runners repeat a 6.71 km loop each hour until only one runner completes a loop. Mandatory gear includes a head torch, race number, phone and reusable cup.

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.