Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Trail races at Bonnie Doon Park, West Albury on May 24, 2026 include a 14.8 km course (±435 m) and a 5 km course (±180 m). The routes feature singletrack, flowing MTB-style sections and the "Powerlines" descent.

A beach running event at Whitehaven Beach on 24 May 2026 offering a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km and junior distances, with published entry fees and a course map referenced by the organiser.

An outback obstacle run in Julia Creek on 29 and 30 May 2026 presented by Outer Limits Adventure Fitness as part of the Dirt n Dust festival. Courses include a 2 km kids challenge plus timed 5 km, 10 km and 15 km events.

Dead Cow Gully Backyard Ultra challenges runners to a 6.7 km loop each hour until one remains. Set on a 1600 acre cattle property near Nanango, Queensland, the course threads timbered ridges, creek flats and a historic homestead.

Trail runs through Kalbarri Gorge with river sections, ladders and on-course abseils. Options include an 8 km Ultra with a 20 m abseil and 4 km Enduro, Taste and Junior courses with smaller abseils.

Experience a unique endurance festival in the Sunshine Coast hinterland with 24hr, 10hr, and 5hr options. Run a 5km lap every hour in a flexible format where missing a lap does not result in elimination.

Three winter trail races near Melbourne across forest, coastal and mountain terrain, each offering multiple short, medium and long distances. Race day elements include a social atmosphere with live music, coffee and food trucks.

A trail run through the historic Eungella rainforest, third of five events in an off the beaten track series by TRI-ACTIV8. The course uses uneven off road trails with sustained climbs and descents and changing rainforest views.

Experience the scenic trails of Bells Rapids at this Sunday morning event. With three distances ranging from 5km to 25km there is an adventure through nature waiting for every trail enthusiast.

Experience the natural beauty of Numinbah Valley in this first round of the Triple Crown series. Choose from four trail distances ranging from 4km to 25km and enjoy free event photos and unique interlocking medals.

An 8 km coastal trail run in Kalbarri on 31 May 2026, following the Bigurda trail from Natural Bridge to Eagle Gorge. Bus transport to and from the start is available for competitors without support crew and requires booking.

Off-road duathlons and trail runs at You Yangs Regional Park on May 31, 2026, with course options from a long duathlon to 4 km trail run. Courses pass granite peaks and forested single track with medals for finishers.

Trail events around Myponga Reservoir include a long circumnavigation with a dam wall crossing, a groomed short course and a flat Kids' Dash, with electronic timing and options for posted or in-person race pack collection.

Take on the Simpson Desert Ultra, a remote outback ultramarathon near Birdsville from 5 to 7 June 2026, with distances from 25K to 160K. Test your limits amid red sand dunes, supported by aid stations and a true endurance challenge.

A donation based Backyard Ultra on the Coffs Creek Walkway where runners repeat a 6.706 km loop each hour until one runner remains. The event hub at the Exhibition Pavilion provides camping, aid stations, showers and on site first aid.

Explore Grampians National Park in this two day team endurance event. Choose between endurance or relay categories to hike or run through hills and single tracks over a varying annual course.

Take on the iconic Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia at the Cape2Cape Ultra on June 6 and 7, 2026. Choose a 100 mile or 50 mile challenge as you run scenic coastal trails from Augusta to Eagle Bay.

A winter trail running event in Forrest, Victoria offering 21km, 10km, 6km and a kids 6km under the Otway canopy. Race village handles registration, bibs and briefing; youth discounts apply and transfers are permitted but no refunds.

On 7 June 2026 the Rosebud Running Festival offers marathon, half marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a 1 km kids race on Bay Trail and nearby roads around Rosebud. The event has course markings, timing mats and a medal for every finisher.

Experience a tropical trail run through the World Heritage Wet Tropics Rainforest and Barron Gorge National Park. Choose between 17 km, 8 km, or 4 km routes featuring creek crossings, steep climbs, and dense rainforest scenery.