Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Experience the rugged beauty of Albury at the Nail Can Hill Run. Choose from a trail run, mountain bike ride, or multisport challenge through scenic fire tracks and ridges finishing at Bonnie Doon Park.

Experience a rugged trail run through the interior of Hamilton Island. This event features a challenging 24km half marathon, team relays, and multiple flat distance options for junior runners.

Join guided training runs in the Blue Mountains to prepare for Ultra Trail Australia. Experience the actual race stairs and trails with professional coaches in three different pace groups for distances between 11 and 24 km.

Hidden Vale Trail Running Festival on 3 May 2026 at Hidden Vale Adventure Park near Grandchester QLD offers three trail race distances across forested and open landscapes. Distances range from about 11 km to 47 km with notable elevation gai..

Experience historical trails and the iconic Swan View Railway Tunnel in John Forrest National Park. Support a meaningful charity while choosing from four distinct trail distances in Western Australia.

Two day Kangaroobie Base Camp Ultra Relay near Princetown, Victoria, sends teams of four plus across over 216 km of farmland and bush with the Southern Ocean and 12 Apostles as backdrop. Expect looped legs from base camp and graveyard shift..

Experience the Margaret River Ultra Marathon in Cowaramup, featuring 80 km solo and team races or a 42 km trail marathon. Join this Western Australian trail event by securing one of the strictly limited entry spots.

Team-based endurance event on the Sunshine Coast with 18 km, 30 km and 48 km routes through Imbil State Forest. Participants honour Kokoda Campaign diggers and raise funds for the Kokoda Youth Foundation while navigating rugged terrain and..

A multi-distance running event in Wandilligong on 09/05/2026 offering 27 km, 14 km, 5 km and kids races with live results and split timing under the Wandi Cross organization.

Community fundraiser in Springsure with walking and running options from 1.6 km to 32 km. The May event supports mental health awareness and funds local life saving services.

Experience the world class trails of the Blue Mountains National Park in Katoomba. This premier trail running festival offers distances ranging from 11 km to a 100 mile ultra through stunning World Heritage listed landscapes.

The West Macs Monster will take place in Macdonnell Ranges from Friday 15 May 2026 to Sunday 17 May 2026.

No Time To Die Frontyard Ultra at Victoria Park in Adelaide sends runners around a 6.71 km loop every hour until only one remains. Expect fierce camaraderie, volunteer backing and a raw test of endurance.

Experience one of nine events along Victorias iconic coastline including marathons, trail runs, and walks with panoramic views of the Southern Ocean.

Event Program The Straddie Salute takes place over three days, from Friday to Sunday, with a program of activities for the whole weekend. It is held at locations including Point Lookout Oval, Home Beach, and Point Lookout Bowls Club. Main A..

Experience the beautiful autumn colors of the Upper Kiewa Valley at this community event featuring trail runs and road races ranging from 3km to a half marathon.

An obstacle course event in the Barossa with 10 km and 5 km options, a competitive Elite category with timed results, on-site unpowered camping and free spectator entry. Waves run regularly to manage course flow.

Join this women only trail running event at Lake Manchester featuring 4.4km, 10km, and 21km courses. Participants enjoy professional timing and beautiful nature trails while supporting environmental initiatives.

A backyard ultra at Herdsman Lake where runners complete a 6.71 km loop each hour until only one remains. It runs 22 to 24 May 2026 as part of Ultra Series W.A and AUTRA members receive a 10% discount.

Trail races on Magnetic Island on 23 May 2026 with marked single-track courses of 6 km, 12 km and 21 km, technical terrain and coastal views, finishing inside the Arcadia Village Hotel. SeaLink is the travel partner offering discounted retu..