Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Trail races at Cape Pallarenda near Townsville with 5 km, 12 km, 21 km and 42 km courses across beach, technical single track and fire trails. Race HQ is at Freemason’s Park; mandatory gear and cut-off checkpoints apply.

Join a team hike along the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula, choosing 20km or 35km routes that finish in Port Elliot and traverse the Heysen Trail around Encounter Bay. Raise funds for Beyond Blue while enjoying coastal views and support on cour..

Take on the Coastal Classic 30 km from Otford to Bundeena through Royal National Park, with cliff top views, beaches and rainforest. Rocky trails and steep climbs make this a classic Australian trail challenge.

A technical trail race at Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp near Orange Grove WA offering Marathon, Half, 10 km and a 2 to 4 person team relay, with single track, substantial climbs and a seven hour cutoff for all events.

Take part in Beach to Brother on Sunday 6 September with marathon, team relay, half, 10k and 5k on fully marked, supported trail courses. Expect aid stations, professional timing and a finisher medal.

A multi-day trail running event near Blackheath featuring a 42 km marathon, a 17 km race and a kids event. Routes include cliff top trails, canyon sections and steep technical terrain with scenic viewpoints over the Grose Valley.

A trail running event in Anglesea on 12 September 2026 with 100 km and 50 km solo options, relay teams and a 2.5 km kids race. Courses follow sea cliffs, beaches and wildflower hinterland with checkpoints, recovery facilities and finisher m..

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 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.

A community running event at Footscray Park along the Maribyrnong River offering a two-lap half marathon, 10 km and 5 km run/walk; medals for all finishers and fundraising support for The Smith Family.

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.

Trail running at Lizard Log in Greater Sydney Parklands with 32 km, 20 km, 11 km and 6 km courses through bushland and fire trails; finishers receive medals, post race snacks, sponsor giveaways and a printable certificate.

Join the City to Summit trek from Adelaide CBD to Mt Lofty Summit to support Operation Flinders. This 21 km guided walk includes activities and talks along the way and finishes with a warm dinner at Woodhouse as you raise funds for youth pr..

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..

Lonely Mountain Ultra is a scenic trail festival on Mount Canobolas near Orange NSW, climbing to almost 1400 metres with sweeping Central West views. Distances from kids runs to 100 mile and 104K options let every runner join the adventure.