Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Run the Margaret River Ultra Marathon in Cowaramup on 9 and 10 May 2026, with 80 km solo and team options and a 42 km trail marathon. Tackle scenic coastal and forest trails for a true Aussie ultra experience.

Event Overview The Kokoda Challenge Sunshine Coast is a charity team endurance event held in Imbil State Forest on Gubbi Gubbi Country. The event starts in the town of Kenilworth. It is organized to honor the Australian Defence Force member..

Experience pure mountain running in the picturesque valley of Wandiligong Victoria. Challenge yourself on technical trails and steep ascents across Mystic Mountain and Goldmine Ridge with distances ranging from 2 km to 26 km.

Experience the world class trails of the Blue Mountains National Park in Katoomba. This premier trail running festival offers distances ranging from 11 km to a 100 mile ultra through stunning World Heritage listed landscapes.

Experience one of nine events along Victorias iconic coastline including marathons, trail runs, and walks with panoramic views of the Southern Ocean.

Event Program The Straddie Salute takes place over three days, from Friday to Sunday, with a program of activities for the whole weekend. It is held at locations including Point Lookout Oval, Home Beach, and Point Lookout Bowls Club. Main A..

Event Details The Mt Beauty Running Festival is a running event held on Saturday, May 16, 2026. It starts and finishes at the Mount Beauty Secondary College oval on Pool Road in Mount Beauty, Victoria. Distances The festival features four s..

Runher Lake Womanchester Trail Run is a women's only trail event set at Lake Manchester. Runners can choose from three scenic distances: 4.4 km, 10 km, or 21 km. The event includes professional timing, course marking, and supports the 1 Mil..

Experience technical single track trails and tropical island views on Magnetic Island. This Saturday afternoon event features multiple distances that finish directly at a local hotel for post race celebrations.

The Woodlands Trail Run is held at Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale, home to retired racehorses. Choose from six distances, from a 2km fun run to a challenging 50km ultra. A donation is made from each entry to support young people livin..

Run or walk against a steam train in Devonport, Tasmania. This family event offers four distances along a scenic riverside track. The race starts at the historic Don River Railway.

Trails and Tails brings friendly trail runs and walks to two coastal venues in 2026, welcoming solo participants, walkers and their dogs. Pick from 21.1 km, 14 km, 7 km or 4 km and enjoy scenic courses and community vibes.

South Bremer Trails returns for its third year at Kimbolton Wines in Langhorne Creek. Choose from four trail running distances, including a kids' dash. The day also includes live music and wine.

Join Run the Gap in Halls Gap, Victoria on 24 May 2026 for a scenic community run with 6 km, 12 km and 21 km trail options. Experience stunning bushland, friendly atmosphere and routes for walkers and racers.

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, featuring singletrack, long climbs, MTB-style sections and a steep "Powerlines" descent. Two distances are offered with recorded elevation gains.

Run on the pristine sands of world-famous Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays. Choose from distances including a half marathon, 10km, 5km, or junior runs. The event is scheduled for May 2026.

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.

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.

A unique 24-hour trail running festival on the Sunshine Coast. Runners tackle a 5 km lap every hour with no eliminations, choosing from 24-hour, 10-hour, or 5-hour challenges. The event hub features a festival vibe with food, music, and com..