Trail Running calendar near Adelaide 2026-2027

Five Peaks is a multi distance trail running festival in the Adelaide Hills, featuring a 58 km ultra plus shorter routes that pass native bushland, single track and fire trails, finish at Belair National Park, and offer UTMB Index and ITRA..

No Time To Die Frontyard Ultra at Victoria Park in Adelaide sends runners around a 6.71 km loop every hour until only one remains. Expect fierce camaraderie, volunteer backing and a raw test of endurance.

Experience a military inspired obstacle course at Barossa Helicopters in Lyndoch. Test your physical endurance across rural South Australian terrain in this team friendly outdoor event.

Trail running at Kimbolton Wines in Langhorne Creek on May 24, 2026, with three course options and a kids dash. The event includes live music and wine at the vineyard and is the third annual meeting at this venue.

Trail events around Myponga Reservoir include a long circumnavigation with a dam wall crossing, a groomed short course and a flat Kids' Dash, with electronic timing and options for posted or in-person race pack collection.

Experience a trail run through the scenic pine plantations and native bushland of Kuitpo Forest. Choose from several distances including a UTMB Index recognized long course and a free kids cross country run.

Test your endurance at Knox Park in Morphett Vale with this six hour track event. Choose between a solo ultra or join a relay team with up to six friends to see how many laps you can complete.

Test your endurance at Lofty's Revenge with trail distances ranging from 10km to a 50km ultra marathon. Experience a scenic journey through Linear Park and the Aqueduct Trail ending at the iconic Mt. Lofty Summit.

Experience South Australia by running from the mountains to the CBD. This trail ultra features five distances from 21km to 100 miles following the scenic Heysen Trail into the heart of Adelaide.

Experience diverse trails through woodland slopes and creek crossings at Sturt Gorge. This event offers distances from 9 km to 21 km, featuring scenic views and local wildlife just 30 minutes from the city.

Experience a unique trail run through Monarto Safari Park where you can spot roaming exotic wildlife. Choose from multiple distances including a 56km ultra or a family friendly zoo loop.

Experience the Vine to Stein trail race through the stunning Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills. This event follows the iconic Heysen Trail with multiple distances ranging from 16 km to 120 km.

A coastal running event in Victor Harbor on 16 August 2026, featuring long and short courses plus a Kids' Dash across the causeway to Granite Island, gravel trails, tram lines and island climbs, with electronic timing and optional insurance..

Experience the diverse trails of Cleland National Park with distances ranging from 10km to a 21km UTMB Index race through native Adelaide Hills bushland.

Backyard Everest invites runners to chase big elevation on 5.3 km loops at Black Hill Park with about 369 m climb per lap. Choose 3, 6, 12 or 20 hour entries and add extra laps to push toward the Everest equivalent within 24 hours.

A fundraising trek from Adelaide CBD to Mt Lofty Summit and Woodhouse Activity Centre on Friday 25 September. The roughly 21 km route includes Operation Flinders activities, a warm dinner and fundraising to support young people.

This ultramarathon festival takes place over six days at scenic Thorndon Park near Adelaide. The event also features shorter 24, 48, and 72-hour race options within the same venue.

Test your endurance at the SA Athletics Stadium on a flat refurbished track. With distances from 30 km to a 24 hour challenge, this event offers constant trackside support and the chance to set official records.

Heysen Trail Ultra is a point to point trail run from Kuitpo to Victor Harbor on 24 October 2026, with distances from 2 km to 115 km and one day or multi day entries. Enjoy paddocks, pine forest, coastal single track and sweeping climbs.

Experience a unique run through South Australia featuring a closed bridge crossing over the Murray River. Choose from distances ranging from a 5km Halloween fun run to a full marathon along the scenic riverside.