Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

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 trail running event at Ridgeway Oval with 13 km, 7 km and 3 km courses through silver peppermint forest and fire trails. The Event Hub offers family activities, coffee and post-event presentations with spot prizes.

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 multi-distance running event on 4 October 2026 in Latrobe, Tasmania, following the Coastal Pathway across three municipalities. Distances range from 10 km up to 100 km, with a 64 km option offered as both solo and team relay.

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.

A 5 km Stadion obstacle race at WIN Stadium in Wollongong on October 10, 2026, featuring 20 obstacles, extensive stadium stairs and bleachers, and coastal Pacific Ocean views. A kids race and a two person Spartan Doubles team format are als..

Experience a challenging trail run through Dinden National Park with three course distances ranging from 3 km to 19 km. Enjoy stunning ridge views and technical descents followed by post race food and camping in the national park.

A two day off road festival in the Macedon Ranges combining gravel races, cyclocross exhibitions and a short trail run, plus camping, live music and a Bush Beer Mile in Lancefield, Victoria.

Final On the Trails race at Mount Bold on 11 October 2026 incorporates the SA Trail Championships and includes distances from a kids run up to a 35 km extra long course. Longer races attract UTMB points.

The TRSA Trail Championship at Mount Bold features four trail distances, including a 35 km extra-long course, through woodlands and reservoir scenery; aid stations provide water, Tailwind and lollies while strict cutoffs are enforced.