Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

GNW Trail Running Festival on 20 September 2026 offers trail races of roughly 10 km, 30 km and 50 km with measured ascent, descent and set time cutoffs, plus Six Foot Track qualifier status for the 30K and 50K.

GNW Trail Running Festival on 20 September 2026 offers 10K, 30K and 50K trail races with measured ascent, descent, cut off times and tiered entry fees. The 30K and 50K serve as qualifiers for the 2026 Six Foot Track.

A community fun run on the Federation Trail with 1.5 km, 7.5 km and 15 km options, timed results, aid stations, team categories, and a post-run BBQ and drinks at the Lancefield Hotel.

A trail run near Armidale NSW around Dumaresq Dam and Mt Duval, with five distances from 3 km to 50 km starting near 1000 m above sea level. Longer courses climb up then return to the dam picnic area.

A fundraising trek from the Adelaide CBD to Mt Lofty Summit covering about 21km and taking roughly six to seven hours. The route includes Operation Flinders activities and supports the Operation Flinders Foundation.

Run The Maine in Castlemaine, Victoria on 25 September 2026 features a point to point half marathon with a steam train start, plus a 10 km Walmer Forest loop and a 5 km out and back through the botanical gardens.

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..

Experience the diverse terrain of Gaanha-bula Mount Canobolas with distances ranging from kids races to 100 mile ultras. Run through woodlands and fire trails while reaching elevations of 1400 metres in the NSW Central West.

The Lamington Classic runs along the Border Track through World Heritage rainforest in Lamington National Park, offering a 21.3 km crossing and a 42.195 km double crossing with specific qualifying, gear and safety requirements.

Experience a unique historical race at the smallest mountain in the world. Carry 60kg wheat bags to the summit or enjoy one of ten race categories followed by a community picnic and live AFL Grand Final screening.

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.

Ridgy-Didge is a new trail running event at Ridgeway Oval in the Kunanyi Trail Series, featuring three forested courses from 3 km to 13 km with significant elevation and views that include the Ridgeway Dam.

A 56 km trail ultra on the Yurrebilla Trail through Adelaide Hills national parks, featuring marked course maps, support stops, organised transport and drop bag services for runners.

Trail running at Beechworth Lake Sambell with 30 km point-to-point plus 15 km and 5 km loops and a 2.5 km kids race; over-18 finishers receive a free beer and staffed aid stations are provided.

A community ultratrail at Rokeby Recreation Reserve supporting Aus Hair of the Dog Rescue, with distances from 2 km to 50 km, dog friendly rules, adaptive categories and on course aid stations to support runners and dogs.

A backyard ultra at the Toowoomba Showgrounds where runners complete repeating 6.706 kilometre laps each hour until one remains. The event is scheduled for October 3, 2026 and coincides with the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

A coastal running event in Latrobe, Tasmania on 4 October 2026 offering multiple distances from 10 km to 100 km, including a 64 km relay option. Registration closes 3 October 2026.

A trail running festival at the old Portland Cement Works offering 2 km kids, 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon, plus a Trail Boss challenge across single track and access roads around The Foundations.

Trail races at Mount Macedon with multiple distances from 10 km to 50 km across foggy mountain tracks; start and finish are at the top carpark BBQ area and course maps and GPS files are provided.

Trail races on the Hume and Hovell Walking Track near Burra NSW, with distances from 11 km to 100 km and a 100 km relay. Courses follow historic explorer routes through native bushland and past relics along Burra Creek.