Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

The Jogalong and Mini Jog will take place in Yarralumla on Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run 6 kilometers.

Three marathons held on consecutive days in Tropical North Queensland from 9 to 11 July 2026, with distances from 18 km to a 126.6 km Grand Slam. The Grand Slam medal is awarded only to those who complete all three marathons.

Raffertys Coastal Run on July 11, 2026 in Lake Macquarie, NSW offers 12 km, 22 km, 35 km, a kids run and a Triple Trail Challenge. The route travels from lake shore to rugged coastline via Wallarah National Park and Munmorah State Conservat..

An evening trail run on the Mt Laura foothills near Whyalla offering 6K, 12.5K and 25K options. A head torch and hidden disco dancing are mandatory and course distances may vary slightly.

A trail ultra from the Adelaide Hills into the CBD, offering distances from 21 km to 100 miles. Courses follow the Heysen Trail, use mandatory GPX navigation and include multiple aid stations with drop bag and pacer options for longer dista..

A night trail run at Mount Louisa with 6km, 10km and 21km options. Courses mix steps, gravel and single track; a charged head torch is mandatory and extra safety gear is required for longer distances.

A community running festival at Lake Gillawarna on 12 July 2026 offering 3 km, 7 km, 14 km and 21.1 km races, medals for all finishers and trophies for top placings, with team and family entry options.

On 12 July 2026 the Somerset Rail Trail Classic offers running, walking and cycling options along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, with distances from 3 km to 44 km and a community focus under Somerset Regional Council.

A 16.5 km handicap race in Parklands, Tasmania, held as Race 11 of the PCCCT on July 12, 2026. Entry requires PCCCT membership and online registration; individual entry fee is A$10.

An 8km handicap run at Waurn Ponds with start and finish at the baseball fields on Pioneer Road in Grovedale. Sponsored by Tuckers Funeral Services; entry fees are listed on the event entry fees page.

A guided training run on the Hounslow course from Perry's Lookdown in Blue Mountains National Park. Routes include a steep 18 km return and an 11 km option with significant elevation gain.

A free, social trail run in Currumbin Valley on July 12, 2026, offering multiple pace groups and distance or time options. The event is presented for newcomers, those training for the Wild Earth Border Bolt, and people exploring the border..

A three day trail running event in Port Macquarie from 17 to 19 July 2026 offering ten distances from 2.5 km to 217 km, staged options, mandatory in person gear checks, and finisher buckles or medals.

A trail festival at You Yangs Regional Park with distances from 5 km to 100 miles, running on granite peaks, forest trails and rocky technical sections with views over Port Phillip Bay. Part of the Trailsplus Mountain Series.

A multi distance trail race on July 18 2026 along the Boyne Burnett Inland Rail Trail from Many Peaks to Barrimoon offering 50 km, two 23 km options and a 12 km taster with aid stations and mandatory gear.

A multi-distance trail event at Mount Coot-Tha near Brisbane, featuring mostly trail terrain and routes that pass historic reservoirs. Distances range from 10 km to 105 km and some longer races carry Western States or UTMB qualifying status..

A team endurance event in the Gold Coast Hinterland on 18 and 19 July 2026 offering 30 km, 48 km or 96 km courses. Teams navigate steep trails and checkpoints while fundraising for the Kokoda Youth Foundation.

A night trail event at Wild Horse Mountain on July 18, 2026, with three distance options and published course maps. Mandatory kit includes a headlamp, water bottle and access to a course map.

A multi distance trail event in Kalgoorlie and Boulder on 19 July 2026 offering 50k, marathon, half marathon and 10 km races. Courses run on bush trails and finish at the Ray Finlayson sporting complex.

A trail event at Ludlows Reserve featuring a winding ascent to Mahers Hill, views of Lake Hume, and two distances: 17.3 km and 8.7 km. Coffee, parking and an aid station at 10 km are available.