Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Experience hilly forestry trails and native woodland at this winter event near Canberra. Choose from three distances including a marathon qualifier for the Six Foot Track with spectacular views from Mt Amungula.

Coastal trail running near Kiama, NSW with 21 km, 12 km, 5 km and 2 km options on June 21, 2026. Routes run along beaches, cliffs and rolling hills for racers and recreational runners.

A night trail run in West Hobart with 11 km, 6 km and 4 km options through native bushland. Runners use headtorches and may see wildlife while passing views of Kunanyi and the Derwent River.

A trail running event in Serpentine National Park on 21 June 2026 featuring three colour-coded courses from 5.8 km to 21.3 km, on-course markings, bib pickup on race day, and age-based requirements for junior participants.

A 25 km trail run along the Oaks Fire Trail in Blue Mountains National Park, from near Woodford station to Euroka Clearing at Glenbrook. One midcourse aid station at about 12 km and finish-line food and drinks are provided.

A cross-country handicap race at the You Yangs with a *12.2 km* main course and a *5 km* alternative, starting and finishing at the Turntable Carpark near Flinders Peak in Little River.

Take on the Wild Dog Backyard Ultra at Lardner Park near Warragul on 26 June 2026, looping a 6.71 km course each hour until only one runner remains. Expect farmland trails, friendly camaraderie and true endurance testing.

A two-day running festival in Wondai on 27 and 28 June 2026 featuring sealed rail-trail runs and cross-country forest trails from 1 km up to the marathon, with on-course aid stations, first aid and weekend bib collection.

Lofty's Revenge is a trail running event finishing at Mt Lofty Summit with 50km, 28km and 10km options. It includes a 50km three person teams relay and a 10km field limited to 50 runners.

Take on the Red Dirt Backyard Ultra in Karratha on 27 June 2026, looping flat red dirt and sandy trails from a caravan park. Run one 6.71 km loop every hour until the Last One Standing is crowned in this raw endurance challenge.

A 27 kilometre out-and-back run on Mt Sugarloaf from the top to Wakefield and back on 27 June 2026. Online registration is required; NXC members enter free while non-members pay $100.

True Grit Sydney on 27 June 2026 at Dragle Farm, Lower Portland, features military inspired obstacle courses across rugged natural terrain with multiple distances and a timed Elite category, plus on-site camping and a riverbank festival are..

A trail running event on 27 June 2026 at Minyon Falls, featuring three marked rainforest courses from about 13 km to 51 km, aid stations every 6–8 km and mandatory map and safety kit requirements.

Trail races of 6 km, 10 km and 18 km wind through Bowen’s coastal reserves and headlands with rocky single track, sandy sections and some coasteering on the longer routes. Courses are marked and marshalled with electronic timing and on cour..

A 16.1 km loop trail run at Helena Valley Primary School featuring a creek crossing, a 1.5 km ascent to a granite summit, rocky descents and nine marshalled points; finishers receive breakfast and hot soup. Online registration closes 27 Jun..

A 10km sealed handicap race at Barwon Valley Park in Belmont on June 28, 2026. The event uses a mass start format and is sponsored by ProFeet Podiatry; a course map is provided.

Warrnambool Running Club's Race 7 at Tower Hill on 28 June 2026 features an 8 km main race and a 4 km handicap with a wave start, sponsored by Quick Spin Laundry and held within Tower Hill Reserve.

Southern Sydney Track Ultra returns 4 to 5 July 2026, hosting the Australian 24 Hour National Championships on a fast new 400 m synthetic track at Campbelltown Sports Centre. Choose from 24, 12, 6 and 3 hour races or a marathon for a certif..

A single lap trail half marathon at Lake Parramatta in July featuring technical single track, fire trails and a waterfall. The *21.1 km* course has 386 m elevation, mandatory gear rules and a strict 4 hour cutoff.

Experience a stunning single lap trail run through Lake Parramatta Reserve featuring technical tracks and scenic waterfalls. This cupless 21 km race includes a premium singlet and post race celebrations by the lake.