Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Tackle the Woolooma Classic Adventure Run, a challenging 30.9 km off road course with 1,423 m of climbing across mixed terrain and river crossings. Reach Woolooma Glass House at the summit and run to support the KIDS Foundation.

Join the Beachside Dash, a sunny community fun run on Botany Bay that raises funds for the St George and Sutherland Medical Research Foundation. With distances for all ages, family entertainment, coffee and prizes, it is a perfect day out.

Take on the Maribyrnong River Run at Footscray Park with a half marathon, 10 km or 5 km run or walk along scenic, pram friendly paths. Chip timing, finisher medals and personalised certificates make this a rewarding community event for all..

Run scenic trails in Conway National Park and finish on the Airlie Beach foreshore at Anaconda Whitsunday Trail Fest. With ultras, shorter trail distances and family friendly beach and kids events, it is a perfect September weekend.

Run three days through wild Pilliga Forest on Gomeroi Country, across sandstone escarpments and creeks lined with grass, with races from a twilight 10 km to a 50 km ultra. Enter single events or take the Grand Slam for the full experience.

Join the Kokoda Challenge, a team endurance event that raises funds for youth programs through outdoor adventure, mentorship and community service. Choose from distances across multiple Australian locations and test your team while supporti..

Run a scenic 17.6 km loop on Bruny Island's Labilladiere Peninsula, starting and finishing at Jetty Beach. Coastal views, single track and 4WD sections plus nearby camping make it a perfect seaside escape.

Tackle the 17.6 km Labilladiere Peninsula trail run on Bruny Island, a scenic clockwise loop from Jetty Beach with coastal views and single track through native bush. Camp at Jetty Beach, enjoy nearby sea activities and easy ferry access.

Run through scenic Toohey Forest at Griffith University, Brisbane South on Sunday 21 September 2025. Choose 21.1 km, 10 km or 5 km, enjoy a race singlet and finisher medal, and support Diabetes Australia with $5 from each entry.

Join the City To Summit walk from Adelaide CBD to Mt Lofty Summit, a scenic 21 km group walk raising funds for the Operation Flinders Foundation. Enjoy guided stops, stories from young participants and a warm dinner at Woodhouse while suppo..

Run Western Australia's original 100 mile trail ultra on the King's Birthday long weekend in September. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile or 50 km on scenic Munda Biddi with solo or relay entries, and the race returns in 2026.

Born To Run Festival Portland brings trail running to The Foundations over the October long weekend 2026, with distances from a 2 km kids race to a half marathon. Enjoy single track trails, a lively race village and on site parking.

Run the Beechworth Beer Run on 3 Oct 2026 for scenic trails around Lake Sambell and the Indigo Trail, with distances from a 2.5 km kids loop to a 30 km point to point. Finishers over 18 receive a free beer and well stocked aid stations keep..

Run the IMED Radiology Network Coastal Pathway Ultra on October 4 2026, a scenic out and back between Latrobe and Ulverstone on Tasmania's North West Coast. Choose from 10 km up to 64 km solo or team relays for all abilities.

Run Mount Macedon's misty trails from 10km to 50km, with rewarding climbs, technical descents and big views. Part of the Trailsplus series, the event supports Canteen and provides maps and GPX files.

Run the Blackall100 on the Blackall Range in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, choose 100 km, 50 km or 21 km routes through rainforest and waterfalls. The 100 km is a Western States qualifier and finishers earn bells and shirts.

Take on the Roller Coaster Trail Run in the scenic Dandenong Ranges, featuring ferny singletrack, steep climbs and sweeping lookout views. Choose from 46k, 23k, 12k or a kids 1.23k loop for a fun, challenging day less than an hour from Melb..

Run Bibbulmun Track Stage Race is a three day supported trail event based in Denmark Western Australia that sends solo runners along the Bibbulmun Track through Karri forest, granite coastal outcrops and beaches. Point to point stages and l..

Run the Great Ocean Trail Ultra along Victoria's Shipwreck Coast on singletrack beside the Southern Ocean and through the Otway Ranges. With distances to 100 km and small field sizes, it offers a rugged, intimate trail experience.

Tackle the 52 km Paluma Ultra through the World Heritage Wet Tropics, from rainforest single track to waterfalls and creek crossings. Expect rugged trails, epic views and full aid support as you finish in Paluma Village.