Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Run through alpine scenery in Kosciuszko National Park at the Australian Alpine Ascent based at The Stables Resort Perisher. Choose from 80 km, 55 km or 27 km courses and enjoy aid stations, timing and a finisher medal on 14 February 2026.

Dirty 30 Sweaty 60 is a fun obstacle packed trail challenge around a 1.5 km loop at Camp Barrabadeen by Tinaroo Dam. Tackle as many laps as you can in 30 or 60 minutes then cool off and camp lakeside with fellow runners and families.

Round 6 of the SEQ Trail Running Series Season 13 hits scenic Wyaralong Dam on 15 Feb 2026 with 8.9 km and 13.9 km out and back trail courses. Professionally timed with race photos, series points, coffee and prize draws.

Join a coached training run on 15 Feb 2026 at Scenic World Katoomba, featuring 18 to 32 km on mixed Ultra Trail Australia courses with supportive pace groups. Coaches cover gear, nutrition and pacing while shuttles handle logistics.

Join Happy Coastal 2026 Reservoir Run on 15 February at Happy Valley Reservoir for scenic trail loops around the reservoir. Choose 7 km, 14 km, 21.1 km or a virtual run, collect a finisher medal and bib at check in, and support ACRF.

Take on the rugged trails of Mt Buller at Hut 2 Hut Oscars100, a weekend of epic running from 20 to 22 February 2026. Choose 10 km, 50 km or the challenging 100 km that tackles ten peaks and about 5800 m of climbing for serious mountain thr..

The Archie is a 50 km trail race held during the Hut 2 Hut Weekend on February 20 to 22, 2026. The event page lists the course, cut off times, mandatory gear, an event handbook and entry opening details.

The Goat on 20 February 2026 at Castle Hill is a brutal 1.68 km trail sprint with 232 m of climbing that rewards speed and grit. Limited spots and a $1,600 prize pool mean entries sell fast and there is no on day registration.

Run the Lighthouse at Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory on 21 Feb 2026 offers scenic trail runs from 6 km up to 75 km across beaches, coastal tracks and Mt Oberon. Courses are unmarked so basic navigation is required, and the weekend is famil..

Takayna Trail 2026 is a boutique ultramarathon fundraiser supporting the Bob Brown Foundation, running through ancient Gondwanan rainforest in north west Tasmania. Choose 22, 37 or 62 km and help protect this remarkable landscape.

Take on Castle Hill's rocky single track in a scenic trail run with 3 km, 7 km and 10 km courses featuring stairs, rock scrambles and steep climbs. Wave starts, on course support and prizes make it a must for trail lovers.

Join the Adelaide Trail Runners Summer Series 2025/26, a five race trail series starting at Black Hill on 23 November and finishing with a Surf Run at Port Elliot in March. Entries are open with individual and five race series options for a..

Explore the Snowy Mountains on trails from lake shore to alpine meadows at Trail Run Australia Snowy Mountains, a multi distance festival based at Lake Crackenback. The UTRA50 hosts the 2026 AUTRA National Short Course Championship.

Tackle scenic, technical trails in the Sydney Trail Series at St Ives and Manly Dam with distances from 7 to 30 km. Enjoy same day entries, post race recovery food and drinks and prize presentations for top finishers.

Join the Deb Rielly Run for the Kids in Kilcunda for community fun and scenic routes along the Rail Trail and coastal walk. Multiple distances for all ages and abilities, with proceeds supporting DFNC junior development and local causes.

Challenge yourself at the Mt Bogong Conquestathon on 28 February 2026, a 21 km round trip with 1,410 m ascent to the summit of Victoria's highest peak. Entries capped at 350 support local community groups and Search and Rescue volunteers.

Experience a neon lit nighttime trail party at Lark Hill with live music, entertainment and a spectator friendly 3 km loop near the sportsplex. Choose distances from family friendly 3 km up to epic 50 miles and race under the stars on Labou..

Two day Chitty Chitty Run Run Night and Day Edition in Chittering features a night run then a daytime trail race with camping, food trucks and a DJ. Choose distances from 4 to 16 km for a fun festival vibe.

Run along Tasmania's dramatic north west coast from The Nut in Stanley to Wynyard, with distances from 25 km up to a 101 km ultra and team options for longer courses. Coastal trails, beaches and rainforest make this a spectacular adventure..

Experience alpine trails at Mount Baw Baw on Sunday 1 March 2026 with distances from a 1 km kids race to a full marathon. Enjoy high altitude scenery above 1,500 metres and a friendly festival atmosphere for runners of all levels.