Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Take on the legendary Six Foot Track Marathon, a rugged 45 km trail run across the Blue Mountains from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves on 14 March 2026. A beloved race since 1984, it raises funds for volunteer firefighters and the local community..

Hit the trails at Daisy Hill on 15 March 2026 with 12.6 km and 18.3 km options in the SEQ Trail Running Series. Professionally timed race with series points, pro photos, and post race BBQ and coffee.

Join Surf Run on the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula at Port Elliot on Sunday 15 March 2026 for seaside courses from a 5 km up to a half marathon. Festival vibes, finishers medals and a surf inspired program make it a perfect coastal race day.

Run through World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests at Washpool World Heritage Trails 2026, with 50 km ultra, 25 km and 9 km options across two days near Gibraltar Range. Entries are sold out but waitlists remain open.

Discover Noosa Ultra Trail in Tewantin, Queensland from 19 to 22 March 2026 with races from 15 km to 100 km on the scenic Noosa Trail Network. UTMB INDEX recognized, it offers coastal forest singletrack and a true challenge for trail lovers..

Run The Rock at Hanging Rock on 21 March 2026 offers trail, path and road courses from a 2K kids dash to a 22K half marathon, including a lap at the base of the rock. Celebrate at the event village with food trucks, live music and family fu..

Join the Rokeby Twilight Trail Run on March 21, 2026 at Rokeby Recreation Reserve for sunset trail runs from 2.5 km kids course to 25 km. Entry profits support local bushland through the Rokeby Crossover Friends Group.

Experience the New Moon Ultra at Rowallan Park in Mackay, running 6 km laps by night with 36 km and 72 km options. Bring headlamps and be self sufficient on rugged single track as you chase laps, prizes and a unique nocturnal challenge.

Join the Brimbank Park Running Festival on Sunday 22 March 2026 at scenic Brimbank Park, featuring open fields, wooded river trails and a river crossing. Choose distances from 2km to 50km, join the team challenge and support a great charity..

Explore flat, scenic trails around Wangaratta with options from a 2km kids challenge to the full marathon on Sunday March 22, 2026. Family friendly with medals for kids and a warm community vibe welcoming runners of all levels.

Run scenic, rugged trails around Oxley Scenic Lookout at the Tamworth Trail Blazer on Sunday 22 March 2026, choosing distances from 10 km to a restricted 60 km for a multi lap challenge. Proceeds support the local rural fire service.

Run the scenic Old Beechy Rail Trail through the Otway Ranges with 16 km and 6.3 km options finishing at Gellibrand Hall. The non technical course suits a range of abilities and raises funds for Colac area health and Rotary youth programs.

Join Conquer The Summit in March at Mt Barker for scenic 21.1 km, 10.55 km and 5 km runs plus a kids dash, all raising funds for youth charities. Tackle rolling trails to the summit and enjoy community vibes and great views.

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.

Buffalo Stampede Festival in Bright, Victoria offers sky and trail races on Mount Buffalo for everyone from ultras to family fun. Join thousands for mountain trails, big views and multi day challenges 27 to 29 March 2026.

Experience Kunanyi Mountain Run over three days in Hobart, celebrating the cultural and natural significance of the mountain with trails for everyone from kids to elite ultras. Enjoy fully marked courses, aid stations and Runhub events.

XTERRA Asia Pacific Championship in Dunsborough Mar 27 to 29 2026 brings off road triathlons and trail races for elites as well as family and kids events. Expect coastal trails, an expo village and a real championship buzz.

Lithgow Ridgy Didge Trail Run Festival at Hassans Walls Reserve on 28 March 2026 offers distances from 50 km to a 1.6 km kids race, with a Ridgy Didge medal for every finisher. Rugged ridge trails and big elevation reward adventurous runner..

Inverloch Running Festival : 28 and 29 March 2026 The Inverloch Running Festival takes place in Inverloch on Victoria’s Bass Coast over the weekend of 28 and 29 March 2026. Races are routed along the Bunarong Coastal Road and include multip..

Celebrate the 20th Great Volcanic Mountain Challenge at Gaanha Bula Mount Canobolas near Orange NSW. Tackle 11 km across three peaks and native forest with 520 metres of climb, open to runners and walkers of all levels.