Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Experience a volcanic obstacle course at Ivory's Rock with distances ranging from 5km to 21km. Conquer technical rocky terrain and scenic forests during this comprehensive Trifecta weekend event in Queensland.

Bustard Express at Davies Creek Mountain Bike Park on 23 May 2026 is a Pony Express style four hour trail event where solo runners or teams complete laps of three loop options: 3.2 km, 7.2 km or 14.5 km.

A multi-distance trail running event at Woodlands Historic Park on 24 May 2026, offering courses from 2 km to 50 km with downloadable maps and GPX files, a 10 km canicross option, and on-site bib collection via Humanitix ticketing.

The Great Train Race in Devonport on 24 May 2026 pits runners and walkers against a steam train along the Don River walking track to Coles Beach and back, with distances from 400 metres to 7 km and spectator train tickets available.

Trail running events take place in Port Macquarie on 24 May 2026 and in Coopernook on 23 August 2026. Distances include 21.1 km, 14 km, 7 km and 4 km, and participants may run or walk solo or with a dog.

Trail running at Kimbolton Wines in Langhorne Creek on May 24, 2026, with three course options and a kids dash. The event includes live music and wine at the vineyard and is the third annual meeting at this venue.

Run the Gap 2026 in Halls Gap, VIC offers 6 km, 12 km and a 21 km trail run with tiered entry pricing and Family Pass options. Race numbers are collected at Centenary Hall; raincheck is available, no refunds.

The Douglas Dash is a 5km urban trail run on the beach sand and dirt tracks of Port Douglas. It's part of the local carnival and is a dog-friendly event where all finishers receive a medal.

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 in the Whitsundays on 24 May 2026. Distances include 21.1 km, 10 km, 5 km and junior races with published entry fees.

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.

Experience the natural beauty and heritage of South Gippsland on a flat course following an iconic former railway corridor. With distances from 2 km to 100 km, runners pass historic trestle bridges and scenic pastoral landscapes.

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.