Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A mountain running event in Netherdale on 26 July 2026 with 6.4km and 2.6km races finishing at the Chalet; online registration is required before the Saturday prior, with presentations and prizes at the Chalet.

Trail running in Bindarri National Park near Ulong with races from 1 km to 100 km, on-course aid stations, camping and mandatory safety gear.

A backyard ultra at Integral Energy Park featuring repeated 6.7 km loops each hour until one runner remains, hosting the 2026 Australian Backyard Ultra team and offering silver ticket qualification opportunities.

A multi-race mountain and cross-country event on August 01, 2026, the Woolworths Great Pyramid Race features uphill and downhill running and includes several formats such as a 3 km and an 1800 m juniors race; registrations are open.

A backyard ultra at Telegraph Station in Alice Springs where runners complete a 6.7056 kilometer loop each hour on varied single-track terrain until only one person completes an extra loop.

A Saturday Orienteering Series event at Lake Parramatta expected on 1 August 2026 offering Warm Up, Short Line, Long Line and Score courses, SPORTident timing, and standard entry fees with member discounts and a buddy option.

Trail races in the Dandenong Ranges on Sunday 2 August, 2026, with three marked courses of 21.7 km, 15.1 km and 7.3 km and varied single and double track through Mountain Ash forest.

Border Bolt in Currumbin is an August trail running festival offering multiple distances, coastal views and an out and back course.

Manly Dam Trail Run on 2 August 2026 at Manly Dam, 112 King St, offers looped trail races from 8 km to 32 km. The course follows the water edge, crosses Manly Dam Bridge, and features live timing, aid stations and on-site first aid.

A day of marked trail courses at Serpentine NP on Sunday 2 August 2026, with colour coded distances from 6 km to 50 km, village facilities, a hiking option and age specific entry rules for children.

Trail races at Sturt Gorge Recreation Park feature winding single-track, creek crossings and varied terrain through woodland and hills. Distances include 21 km, 15 km, 9 km and a short kids cross country run.

A 100 km trail loop around central Canberra from Rond Terrace, run solo or as a 2–4 person relay with aid stations and electronic timing.

Community running day in Kojonup on August 2, 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km, 21 km and a Kids Dash, with fundraising to support rural mental health and local wellbeing.

Trail races at Tolosa Park on 02 August 2026 include 21 km, 10 km and 5 km routes through mixed forest and rocky singletrack, with an Event Hub offering family activities and coffee from Bean and Leaf.

A handicap club race over 8 km at Fyansford on 2 August 2026 with start and finish next to the Fyansford Hotel. Entry fee details are available on the organiser's entry fees page.

The Jogalong and Mini Jog will take place in Yarralumla on Sunday 2 August 2026. You can run 6 kilometers.

Trail training from Perry's Lookdown in Blue Mountains National Park: an 18 km return route with steep stairs, single track and significant elevation, plus an 11 km option.

A Backyard Ultra at Lake Towerrinning where runners repeat a 6.71 km loop every hour until one remains, hosted at a dedicated lakeside campsite with space for competitors and supporters.

Obstacle course weekend at Werribee Racecourse on Aug 8 and 9 2026 featuring Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, kids races, community workouts and a 4 hour Hurricane Heat. The course is described as fast and flat with Chain Carry and Armer obstacles..

Trail races at Rainbow Beach on 8 August 2026 across Cooloola Coast sand cliffs, forests and beaches with 11 km, half marathon and marathon distances.