Trail Running calendar near Rocklea 2026-2027

Experience the World Heritage listed beauty of Lamington and Springbrook National Parks. Choose between 28km or 50km distances featuring technical rainforest trails and spectacular cliff top views in the Gold Coast Hinterland.

Experience the bitumen to bush transition at the 10th anniversary Toohey Trail Run through Toohey Forest. Choose between 5km, 10km, or half marathon distances in this sustainable cup-less event starting at Griffith University.

Event Overview The Lamington Classic is a trail run established in 1970, making it the oldest trail race in Australia. The event takes place on the Border Track within the World Heritage-listed rainforest of Lamington National Park in the G..

Test your endurance at The Cut Ultra, a unique elimination race on the Gold Coast. Survive successive laps on the Criterium Track until only the fastest remain in this social and high energy running challenge.

Experience a 22 km trail race at Red Cedar Park featuring 1200 m of elevation gain through Northbrook Mountain and tropical rainforest. This event takes runners from Cedar Flats to the scenic summit of Mount Glorious.

Run at sunrise around the base of Mount Beerwah in the Glass House Mountains National Park. This trail event offers 10km, half marathon, and marathon distances on a marked course with significant elevation. The event emphasizes environmenta..

Test your endurance at Wild Horse Mountain in this classic Backyard Ultra format. Runners must complete a six point seven kilometer loop every hour until only the strongest remain to support the Glass House Mountains.

Run through the night at the base of Mount Beerwah in this popular trail event. Choose from marathon, half marathon, or 10 km courses, all marked for a night-time adventure. Headlamps are essential, and the cool night air marks the start of..

Experience an aquatic obstacle fun run at Sirromet Winery featuring over 25 obstacles, mud pits, and massive amounts of foam. This event is open to all ages and includes a festival area with music and food for the whole family.