Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

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 trail event from Denmark to Walpole in Western Australia along the scenic Bibbulmun Track. Pick long or short courses through karri forest, granite outcrops and beaches, with just 300 solo spots..

Experience the Great Ocean Trail Ultra, a point to point ocean side trail along the Great Ocean Walk with cliffs, beaches and sweeping singletrack. Pick 100 km solo, team relay or 45 km and relish stunning coastal views.

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.

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.

Halloween Dusk 2 Dawn is an overnight trail run at Telegraph Point near Port Macquarie. After a pause to redevelop the course it returns 31 Oct to 1 Nov 2026 with refreshed routes and a spooky dusk to dawn vibe.

Test your grit on the hill in Pyalong, Victoria with King of The Hill, a last person standing race offering cash prizes and awards. Laps run hourly with a live leaderboard and streamed coverage for a dramatic endurance showdown.

Challenge yourself on a scenic alpine ascent of Mt Buffalo: 10.5 km with about 1,345 m of climb, finishing at the historic Buffalo Chalet. Be prepared for changeable mountain weather and mandatory alpine kit while enjoying sweeping views.

Climb Mt Feathertop from Tavare Park to the summit on a 12 km route with 1650 m of climb, part of the Bright Alpine Climb series. Staggered starts suit walkers and runners; bring your own food and water.

Take on a classic alpine climb from Harrietville to Diamantina Hut, 15.0 km with 1867 m of ascent over river flats, steep spur and a razorback ridge. Mandatory alpine gear and self sufficient participants, shuttle back to Harrietville inclu..

Take on the Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler, the 2026 Australian 100 Miler championship in Gariwerd from 5 to 8 November 2026. Tackle 162 km and about 7700 m of climbing through rocky wilderness, with solo, pairs, relay and 50 km options.

Run through Marysville's scenic valley trails and forest tracks, passing rivers and the Steavenson Falls while supporting the local community. Distances span a fun kids 1.5 km dash up to a 100 km ultramarathon with options for every runner.

Tackle rugged singletrack on the Bibbulmun Track at Feral Pig Ultra, finishing at Perth Hills Discovery Centre. Multiple distances from 5 km to 162 km, limited entries and mandatory gear make this a true test for trail runners.

Take on Mount Glorious: a challenging 22 km trail with about 1,200 m of ascent along ridgelines to the summit, offering big views and tough climbs. Limited field and included event buses make this a scenic, well organised mountain run.

Run scenic trails at Stromlo Forest Park with distances from a 2.5 km kids course to a full 42.2 km marathon. Enjoy a festival atmosphere, ITRA indexing and free post race recovery from UC physiotherapy students.

Run Tasmania Stage Race is a four day trail race around Hobart and the Tasman Peninsula with hotels, transfers and meals organised. Choose Devil long 88.5 km or Quoll short 67.5 km across coastal, alpine, rainforest and clifftop trails over..

Discover rare access to Serendip Sanctuary at the Ray White Lara Fun Run & Walk on November 29, 2026. Take a flat scenic loop amid native wildlife, with distances for all ages and a medal for every finisher.

Tackle 520 km across the Red Centre in nine stages over 10 days, from Alice Springs to Uluru. Sleep under the stars in shared tents and test your self sufficiency on iconic outback tracks.