Trail Running calendar near Cairns 2026-2027

Bustard Express at Davies Creek Mountain Bike Park on 23 May 2026 is a Pony Express style four hour trail event where solo runners or teams complete laps of three loop options: 3.2 km, 7.2 km or 14.5 km.

A roughly 5 km urban trail run on beach sand and dirt tracks in Port Douglas, held as part of the 2026 Port Douglas Carnival on 24 May 2026; entry includes a tailored medal and dogs on leash are welcome.

Experience a tropical trail run through the World Heritage Wet Tropics Rainforest and Barron Gorge National Park. Choose between 17 km, 8 km, or 4 km routes featuring creek crossings, steep climbs, and dense rainforest scenery.

Three marathons held on consecutive days in Tropical North Queensland from 9 to 11 July 2026, with distances from 18 km to a 126.6 km Grand Slam. The Grand Slam medal is awarded only to those who complete all three marathons.

A multi-race mountain and cross-country event on August 01, 2026, the Woolworths Great Pyramid Race features uphill and downhill running and includes several formats such as a 3 km and an 1800 m juniors race; registrations are open.

Point to point trail race from Kuranda to Port Douglas held in August. The course runs through rainforest, eucalypt forest and pine plantations over about 64 km with solo and team relay options.

Experience a challenging trail run through Dinden National Park with three course distances ranging from 3 km to 19 km. Enjoy stunning ridge views and technical descents followed by post race food and camping in the national park.

Smurf's Backyard Ultra in Cairns has runners complete a 6.7 km loop each hour until one runner remains; a Mini Backyard option allows up to six laps. The weekend includes a Saturday night event with food, drinks and live music.