Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Join C WISE Dwellingup 100 and Mighty Jarrah Trail Run in Dwellingup on 12 September 2026 for epic MTB and trail running through Jarrah forest. Distances span family friendly routes to a tough 100 km challenge.

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 19th annual Beachside Dash along Sydney's Botany Bay foreshore. Choose from timed 10km, 5km, and family-friendly 2km races. The event raises funds for local medical research and includes entertainment and a recovery area.

A community running event at Footscray Park on September 13, 2026, with a half marathon, 10 km and 5 km run or walk along the Maribyrnong River. All finishers receive a medal and early entries can obtain personalised race bibs and certifica..

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.

A three day trail event in the Pilliga Forest on Gomeroi Country offering 10 km, 20 km, 50 km and Grand Slam options. A portion of entry fees and event profits supports a community fund for Pilliga conservation and local initiatives.

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.

A university-based trail run through Toohey Forest in September offering 21.1 km, 10 km and 5 km courses, a finisher medal and race shirt, a free pace runner facility and charitable donations to Diabetes Australia.

Explore the scenic trails of Western Sydney Parklands at the Parklands Trail Running Festival. Choose from four distances, from a 6k fun run to a challenging 32k, on a course of bushland paths and rolling hills. Every finisher earns a theme..

The Great North Walk Trail Running Festival will take place in Patonga on Sunday 20 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 kilometers.

Explore the trails of the Great North Walk in this September festival. Choose from three distances: a 10K, a 30K, or a challenging 50K ultra. The 30K and 50K races can also be used to qualify for the Six Foot Track Marathon.

Trek from Adelaide CBD to Mt Lofty Summit in this 21km fundraising walk for Operation Flinders. Experience activities along the route and hear stories from young people. The event culminates with a dinner at Woodhouse Activity Centre.

WTF is Western Australia’s original 100 mile trail ultra, offering 100 mile, 50 mile and 50 km options on trails around Dwellingup and the Munda Biddi. The race falls on the King's Birthday long weekend and returns in 2026 after a 2025 hiat..

Trail and ultra races take place on Mount Canobolas near Orange NSW, with forest tracks, pasture and climbs to nearly 1400 metres. Distances range from kids 2 km events up to 100 mile and 104 km ultra races.

Australia's oldest trail run crosses the Border Track through World Heritage rainforest in Lamington National Park. It offers a measured 21.3 km crossing and a 42.195 km marathon option.

A trail running festival on the historic grounds of the old Portland Cement Works. Runners can choose from four distances, including a half marathon and a kids' 2k, with the option to tackle multiple races as a Trail Boss. The event takes p..

The Beechworth Beer Run combines trail running with a celebration of local ale. Runners on the 30km and 15km courses can enjoy a free finish-line beer and a surprise non-alcoholic station. The event also features shorter 5km and 2.5km famil..

A trail ultrarunning festival at Rokeby Recreation Reserve on 3 and 4 October 2026 offering 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 km events, dog-friendly entries and an adaptive category, with a fundraising target to support a local dog rescue.

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.