Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A Saturday Orienteering Series event at Vision Valley in Arcadia with multiple beginner-friendly courses, SPORTident timing, entry categories for adults and students, timing card hire, and a free buddy option for accompanying adults.

Join the Russell Falls Trail Run on 23 August 2026 for a scenic 6.2 km through towering Tasmanian trees and past picturesque waterfalls. Mostly accessible trail surfaces make it an inviting run for many, with entries at $40.

Final round in Wodonga with three trail distances including a new 10 km medium loop. Courses feature sharp climbs, a riverbed and tunnel crossing, and varied terrain around Fed Hill.

A point-to-point trail race from Kuranda to Port Douglas in August, running through rainforest, eucalypt forest and pine plantations. The event is a 64 km solo race or a 64 km team relay for 2 to 4 runners.

A one day trail running festival at Mt Coot Tha featuring a 2 km kids loop, a 12 km trail and a 21.1 km half marathon on shared trails.

Half marathon and 5 km races at Barwon Valley Park in Belmont, held as a handicap event. Invitational and on the day entries are accepted and entry fees are listed by the organiser.

Run the Bellarine Rail Trail on Sunday 23 August 2026 with 17 km and 34 km options; entries capped at 300 and fees increase in mid-August.

A weekend of staged trail running from Canberra to the South Coast on Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August 2026. The route covers nine stages on trails, fire roads and single track and is organised by volunteer trail runners.

Experience the coastal splendor of Port Lincoln in South Australia with a range of trail distances. Choose from various distances including a premier hundred kilometer ultra through breathtaking seaside scenery.

A technical trail running weekend in the Grampians on 29 and 30 August 2026 with distances from a 2 km kids course up to 50 km.

A Backyard Ultra at Neilsons Beach with 6.7 km loops starting each hour for up to 18 hours, moving from daylight into moonlit running.

Trail runs of 28 km and 50 km through Lamington and Springbrook National Parks near Binna Burra with race tee, photos, timing and aid stations.

A nighttime trail run at Mount Gnomon Farm in Penguin offering short, medium and long courses with camping, food and live music.

Soul Runners Trail Blaze is a family friendly trail run at Wungong Regional Park on 29 August 2026. Runners can choose 5 km, 10 km or 15 km routes across valley and hill terrain with a 3.5 hour cut off.

A multi-distance running festival in Coffs Harbour on 30 August 2026, from marathon to a free 1km fun run, with all entry fees donated to local charities and medals for every finisher.

Four trail distances from 5 km to 42 km at Cape Pallarenda, featuring Mt Marlow, technical single track and coastal views. Race HQ is at Freemason’s Park with marked courses, aid stations, timing and support services.

Final event of a five-part off the beaten track trail series near Pinnacle, QLD. The longest course is 24 km and routes include demanding climbs, steep descents and technical sections with prize money across all distances.

An 8 km handicap-format run at Ocean Grove Riverside on August 30, 2026, starting and finishing at the Ocean Grove Golf Club car park; the event is sponsored by Bellarine Sports Medicine Centre.

A weekend of trail running on Flinders Island from 4 to 6 September 2026 featuring glow, marathon, 25 km, 11 km and a 4 km recovery run.

Timed loop ultramarathon at Perry's Paddock near Perth offering 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour events, with an annual dawn service and discounted entry for past and present service personnel.