Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A midwinter night trail run on Knocklofty near Hobart with three marked courses, headtorch navigation and views of Kunanyi and the Derwent River. Evening facilities include briefing, pizza and presentations.

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.

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, Queensland featuring sealed rail-trail and forest trail courses from 1 km to a marathon, with on-course aid, toilets and staffed road crossings.

Lofty's Revenge is a trail event from Adelaide to Mount Lofty Summit on June 27, 2026, offering 50 km, 28 km and 10 km courses. The 50 km includes about 1,800 m of elevation and a three-person relay option.

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 25 kilometres out and back on fire trails from the top of Mt Sugarloaf to Wakefield, held 27 June 2026, with on course aid stations and medical support. Entry is free for members while non members pay $100 and finishers receive medals.

True Grit NSW 2026 is a military inspired obstacle course event in Lower Portland NSW on 27 June 2026, organised by True Grit, with team entry and volunteer options.

The Byron Rainforest Run will take place in Whian Whian on Saturday 27 June 2026. You can run between 13 and 51 kilometers.

A seaside trail run in Bowen with three marked distances featuring rocky single track, coastal sections and on course support including timing, first aid and hydration; registration opens December 2025.

A 16.1 km loop trail run from Helena Valley Primary School featuring a creek crossing, a 1.5 km ascent to a granite summit, rough descents and nine marshalled locations, organised by the West Australian Marathon Club.

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 21 KM trail race at Lake Parramatta Reserve on 4 and 5 July 2026 featuring technical single track, fire trails and lakeside views. Mandatory safety gear, aid stations, a four hour cutoff and limited to 450 runners per day.

Anglesea on 5 July 2026 offers coastal heathland and cliff top trails with distances from 4 km to 27.6 km. Race day includes live music, barista coffee and food trucks in a social finish-line atmosphere.

Mount Misery is Race 2 of the On the Trails series in outer metro Adelaide on Sunday 5 July 2026. Distances are 24 km, 15 km, 8 km and a kids run, and the event is ITRA registered with UTMB points for longer distances.

Three consecutive trail marathons run from 9 to 11 July 2026 in the Cairns area. The routes include steep single track and technical sections, mandatory safety gear, limited tap water between checkpoints, and scheduled pre- and post-race di..

Raffertys Coastal Run on July 11, 2026 features multiple trail distances from 12km to 35km, a kids run and a Triple Trail Challenge around Lake Macquarie, with courses through Wallarah National Park and coastal areas including Catherine Hil..

Experience South Australia by running from the mountains to the CBD. This trail ultra features five distances from 21km to 100 miles following the scenic Heysen Trail into the heart of Adelaide.

An evening trail run on the Mt Laura foothills near Whyalla offering 6K, 12.5K and 25K options. A head torch and hidden disco dancing are mandatory and course distances may vary slightly.

Night trail races on Mount Louisa with multiple distances, mandatory head torch and marshalled, timed courses. Trails mix steps, gravel and single track with on-course aid and post-race refreshments.