Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

The Goat is a fierce 1.68 km sprint trail up Castle Hill in Townsville on 20 February 2026, climbing 232 m and offering a $1,600 prize pool. Limited spots make this fast, steep challenge ideal for runners seeking an intense hill test.

Run through ancient Gondwanan rainforests and buttongrass plains at Takayna Trail, a scenic ultramarathon fundraiser in remote north west Tasmania. Choose 22, 37 or 62 km and support the Bob Brown Foundation; entries are full with a waitlis..

Scenic beach and trail runs around Tidal River at Wilsons Prom with distances from 6 to 75 km, welcoming families and adventurous runners. Routes are unmarked so bring a map or app and note longer distances require experience and mandatory..

Tackle Townsville's iconic Castle Hill on Sunday 22 February 2026 with 3km, 7km or 10km trail options through dry rocky single track, stairs and rock scrambles. Expect technical terrain, great views and age group prizes for all levels.

Join the Adelaide Trail Runners Summer Series, five trail races from Black Hill on 23 November 2025 to the Surf Run at Port Elliot in March 2026. Celebrate the club's fifth anniversary at the opener and choose from 5 to 22 km courses to cha..

Run the Snowy Mountains from Lake Crackenback Resort on scenic trails through snow gum forest, alpine meadows and mountain streams. Distances up to 51.6 km with the UTRA50 hosting the 2026 AUTRA Short Course National Championship.

Run the St Ives rounds of the Sydney Trail Series through St Ives Wildflower Gardens and Ku Ring Gai National Park, featuring scenic single track and technical climbs. Distances from 7 km to 30 km with food and prizes after the race.

Tackle the Mt Bogong Conquestathon, a single day 21 km summit trek to Mount Bogong with spectacular alpine views. Limited to 350 entries, this volunteer run combines tough climbs, timed checkpoints and community fundraising in its 46th year..

Experience the neon lit Runningworks Lark Hill Party Ultra on 28 February 2026 at Lark Hill, Port Kennedy. Run a spectator friendly 3 km loop by night with distances from a kids 3k to 50 miles and live entertainment into the evening.

Experience Tasmania's rugged northwest coast from The Nut in Stanley to Wynyard, running through coastal bush, temperate rainforest and secluded beaches. Distances span 25 km to the iconic 101 km adventure with solo and team entry options.

Join the Snow Gum Run at Mount Baw Baw Resort on Sunday 1 March 2026 for alpine trails above 1,500 metres, with distances from 1 km for kids to 44 km for experienced runners. Enjoy stunning mountain views and a lively village atmosphere.

River Run Geelong at Barwon Valley Park in Belmont on Sunday March 1 offers 10 km and 5 km run or walk options for all ages. Finishers get medals and age group awards, with drink stations and a family friendly vibe supporting River's Gift.

Tackle scenic, hilly trails in Belair National Park with distances from 5 km to 50 km for every level. Enjoy historic park vistas, challenging climbs and friendly volunteer support at the Ultra Series SA trail running day on Sunday 1 March..

Scenic trails through Lane Cove National Park at Whale Rock Trail Run in Pennant Hills, with 6.5 km and 17 km options plus kids events. Enjoy an event village with food trucks, live music and family fun while supporting Gotcha4Life.

Join Season 13 Round 7 of the SEQ Trail Running Series at Maddock Park on Ewen Maddock Dam for scenic 8.2 km and 14.4 km trail runs. Professionally timed with series points, race photos, a post race coffee cart and event guides available.

Explore iconic Blue Mountains trails on a guided training run along sections of the Ultra Trail Australia course, featuring steep climbs, stairs and scenic valley views. Choose 25 km or 18 km options, run in pace groups with water drops and..

Join the Salomon Warburton Trail Fest, a three day celebration of trail running in scenic Warburton, Victoria. Pick from ultras to short family friendly runs, plus night runs, films, seminars and activities for non runners.

Take on scenic trails around Gold Creek Reservoir with 18 km or 36 km options at the Pinnacles Classic, limited to 200 runners. Enjoy mid course aid and post race refreshments while respecting the park and its marked trails.

Razorback Run on 14 March 2026 in Harrietville offers rugged alpine routes to Mount Feathertop with 21, 38 and 62 km options plus a kids race. Ridge and high plains terrain, limited checkpoints, mandatory gear and navigation checks.

Trail Run Australia Tathra offers scenic trail and beach runs along clifftops and shorelines near Tathra NSW, with distances from 2.5 km to 28 km as part of the Tathra Multisport Festival. Expect stunning coastal views, a friendly festival..