Trail Running calendar near Somerset Regional 2026-2027

Round 7 of Season 13 at Ewen Maddock Dam on 1 March 2026 features short and long course trail races with professional timing, race photos, series points and a post race coffee cart. Distances are 8.2 km and 14.4 km.

Take on the iconic 18km trail challenge around Gold Creek Reservoir, featuring 18 serious hills per loop. For its 20th anniversary year, runners can opt for a 36km double loop. Post race, refuel with bakery goods and refreshments at the fin..

The Wild Horse Criterium offers runs from a marathon to a free kids dash on Easter Sunday 2026. Races start and finish at the Wild Horse Mountain car park on a mixed-terrain 10.5 km lap.

Explore Brisbane's trails at the Brisbane Trail Marathon. Choose from three distances on courses starting at Enoggera Reservoir, ranging from 12.5km to a full marathon through eucalypt woodlands and rainforest. The event requires mandatory..

Hidden Vale Trail Running Festival on 3 May 2026 at Hidden Vale Adventure Park near Grandchester QLD offers three trail race distances across forested and open landscapes. Distances range from about 11 km to 47 km with notable elevation gai..

Event Overview The Kokoda Challenge Sunshine Coast is a charity team endurance event held in Imbil State Forest on Gubbi Gubbi Country. The event starts in the town of Kenilworth. It is organized to honor the Australian Defence Force member..

Runher Lake Womanchester Trail Run is a women's only trail event set at Lake Manchester. Runners can choose from three scenic distances: 4.4 km, 10 km, or 21 km. The event includes professional timing, course marking, and supports the 1 Mil..

A unique 24-hour trail running festival on the Sunshine Coast. Runners tackle a 5 km lap every hour with no eliminations, choosing from 24-hour, 10-hour, or 5-hour challenges. The event hub features a festival vibe with food, music, and com..

A multi-distance trail event on June 12, 2026 along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail between Yarraman and Ipswich, offering 200 mile, 100 mile, 100 km and 50 mile options with on-course support and medical services.

Yandina means 'to go on foot,' and this trail event offers four distances through Mapleton National Park. The 5th edition starts at Terella Brewing, with post-run refreshments available.

The Kokoda Challenge Brisbane is a team hike through the demanding trails of D'Aguilar National Park. Choose from 18km, 30km, or 48km distances starting at Brookfield Reserve. Your participation supports youth programs and honours the legac..

The Somerset Rail Trail Classic is an annual running and cycling event on Australia's longest recreational rail trail. Choose from a 3km or 8km run/walk, or a 20km or 44km bike ride, with scenic views of the Brisbane Valley.

Wild Horse at Night is an evening trail run on July 18, 2026, starting from Wild Horse Mountain in Queensland. Participants can choose from three distances: a 10 km, 15 km, or half marathon, all finishing by 10:00 PM. It promises a unique e..

TRAQ stages a family-friendly trail event at Lake Manchester on 16 August 2026 with distances from 1 km kids dashes to a 23 km course featuring four river crossings and multiple water stops. Reusable cups required.

Traverse the Sunshine Coast hinterland in this trail running event across the Blackall Range. The course winds through subtropical rainforest, ferny forests, and past waterfalls. Choose from distances of 100km, 50km, or 21km.

Tackle 22km of scenic but demanding trail from Cedar Flats to the summit of Mount Glorious. The course features 1,200m of climbing through rainforest, with a remote and self-sufficient hydration policy. Bus transport from The Gap is include..

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..

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..