Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

The TRSA - Mount Bold will take place in Kangarilla on Sunday 11 October 2026. You can run between 10 and 35 kilometers.

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.

Experience the subtropical rainforests and waterfalls of the Sunshine Coast hinterland in this premier trail event featuring 100km, 50km, and 21km distances across the historic Blackall Range.

Experience the forest trails of the Dandenong Ranges at this classic Melbourne trail event featuring multiple distances from a kids carousel to a 46 km double loop ultra.

Experience the hilly trails and 200 stairs of Manning Park while supporting education through local scholarships. Enjoy views of Rottnest Island on this volunteer led 5km or 10km run and walk.

Test your endurance in tropical Far North Queensland with a 6.7 km lap every hour until only one runner remains. Choose between the full backyard ultra or the six loop mini event at the Smithfield Mountain Bike Trails.

Run the iconic Great Ocean Walk from Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles. Choose from a 100km solo, a 100km team relay, or a 45km solo race on this point-to-point coastal trail. The event features a cup-free policy and mandatory gear checks.

Experience a 52 km ultramarathon through the ancient World Heritage rainforests and historical mining trails of Paluma Range National Park. This technical trail race offers a diverse course with minimal bitumen and stunning waterfall views.

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.

Experience an urban ultra marathon spanning eighty kilometers from Bondi Beach to Manly Beach. Run solo or in relay teams along Sydney Harbour following spectacular cliff tops and national parks.

Experience the World Heritage listed rainforest of the Wet Tropics in this technical trail run. Choose from three distances featuring mossy rocks, creek crossings, and refreshing high-altitude temperatures.

Experience a flat and scenic out and back run on the Great Victorian Rail Trail. With five distances ranging from a full marathon to a junior dash, this community event supports the Cancer Council in the beautiful High Country.

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.

The opening stage of the Bright Alpine Climb, this 10.5 km trail run ascends 1345 meters up Mount Buffalo via The Big Walk. Starting from Porepunkah, it finishes at the historic Buffalo Chalet with shuttle services provided. A mandatory gea..

Test your endurance at The Cut Ultra, a unique elimination race on the Gold Coast. Survive successive laps on the Criterium Track until only the fastest remain in this social and high energy running challenge.

The Blue Goat Backyard Marathon returns for its 8th edition on a private trail loop in the Blue Mountains. Choose from distances including a 5 km dash, a classic marathon, or the unique Last One Standing endurance challenge. The event is ca..

Event Information The event takes place on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The start and event headquarters are at Tavare Park in Harrietville. The course covers a distance of 12.0 km with an elevation gain of 1650 m. The Course Participants star..

Experience a unique run through South Australia featuring a closed bridge crossing over the Murray River. Choose from distances ranging from a 5km Halloween fun run to a full marathon along the scenic riverside.

Experience the diverse trails of Hobart with three course options ranging from 4 km to 21 km. Explore historic stonework, rainforest manferns, and technical rocky boulderfields on the scenic slopes of Kunanyi.