Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

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..

The Trail Running Series offers three winter trail races near Melbourne, each with multiple distance options. Enjoy a friendly community atmosphere with post-run music, coffee, and food at scenic locations like Blackwood, Anglesea, and Silv..

Part of a five-event trail series, this run explores the stunning and rarely accessible Eungella National Park. Choose from three off-road distances, from a 5 km rainforest sprint to an 18 km remote adventure with significant elevation.

Trail run through the Numinbah Valley on Australia's Gold Coast. Choose from four distances as part of the Triple Crown series, with finisher medals that connect. Free event photos are included with every entry.

An 8 km coastal trail run in Kalbarri on 31 May 2026, following the Bigurda trail from Natural Bridge to Eagle Gorge. Bus transport to and from the start is available for competitors without support crew and requires booking.

Experience the rugged beauty of You Yangs Regional Park through a variety of trail runs and off road duathlons featuring granite peaks and forested tracks for individuals and relay teams.

Take on the Simpson Desert Ultra, a remote outback ultramarathon near Birdsville from 5 to 7 June 2026, with distances from 25K to 160K. Test your limits amid red sand dunes, supported by aid stations and a true endurance challenge.

Serra Terror is a two-day team challenge in the Grampians National Park. Teams hike or run 12-35km daily, choosing between a full endurance format or a flexible relay. The scenic course changes annually for a new adventure.

Take on the iconic Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia at the Cape2Cape Ultra on June 6 and 7, 2026. Choose a 100 mile or 50 mile challenge as you run scenic coastal trails from Augusta to Eagle Bay.

Run Forrest Trail Run offers winter trail running under the Otway canopy. With distances from a kids' 6km to a 21km route, it's a staged start event with a mandatory briefing. This marks the 14th annual edition in Forrest, Victoria.

The Rosebud Running Festival is held on the flat and fast trails of the Mornington Peninsula. It offers a range of distances from a kids dash to a full marathon, all starting and finishing at Rosebud Skate Park. Every finisher receives a me..

The Speewah Legend Foot Race is a trail run through the Barron Gorge National Park near Kuranda. Runners can choose from 4km, 8km, or 17km courses that loop back to the Speewah Campground. The event celebrates local folklore amidst dense ra..

Run through the scenic pine plantations and native bush of Kuitpo Forest in the Mount Lofty Ranges. Choose from three trail distances: 11 km, 18 km, or 24 km. The event features aid stations, finisher medals for placegetters, and is organiz..

This trail running event at Wyaralong Dam features 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km courses on the Mt Joyce Mountain Bike Trails. The event is chip-timed, has marked trails with marshals, and provides water stations and post-race refreshments. Photos..