Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

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.

A multi-distance off-road festival at You Yangs Regional Park on May 31, 2026 featuring duathlons and trail runs across granite peaks and forest single track. Duathlons may be entered individually or as two person relays and finishers recei..

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.

Unbreakable is a weekend mountain trail event in the Marysville region inspired by the Barkley Marathons, featuring unmarked navigation, book-page checkpoints, and multi-lap challenges with long lap distances and generous time cutoffs.

Test your endurance at the Coffs Backyard Ultra by running 6.706 km every hour until only one person remains. Enjoy a scenic gravel and boardwalk course through Coffs Harbour with excellent community facilities and support.

Explore Grampians National Park in this two day team endurance event. Choose between endurance or relay categories to hike or run through hills and single tracks over a varying annual course.

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.

Experience winter trail running under the Otway canopy in Forrest Victoria. This long running event features 21km 10km and 6km courses including a dedicated kids category.

Join a flat and fast run along the scenic Mornington Peninsula with distances ranging from a kids dash to a full marathon. Experience beautiful Port Phillip Bay views while racing on the Bay Trail and coastal paths.

Experience a tropical trail run through the World Heritage Wet Tropics Rainforest and Barron Gorge National Park. Choose between 17 km, 8 km, or 4 km routes featuring creek crossings, steep climbs, and dense rainforest scenery.

Experience a trail run through the scenic pine plantations and native bushland of Kuitpo Forest. Choose from several distances including a UTMB Index recognized long course and a free kids cross country run.

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..

Experience the ultimate endurance test on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail with distances ranging from 50 miles to a 200 mile return journey ending in Ipswich.

Experience the trails of Mapleton National Park at the Yandina Five O. Choose from four distances starting at Terella Brewing for a day of hinterland running and local hospitality.

Team endurance event in D'Aguilar National Park offering 18 km, 30 km and 48 km courses. Teams hike rugged terrain to raise funds for the Kokoda Youth Foundation while honouring Kokoda veterans.

Take on the Kununurra Half Marathon on Sunday 14 June 2026 and soak up scenic outback views while racing solo or with friends. Choose a 21.1 km solo or team relays for pairs or four person teams with equal legs.

WildBoar Trail Run returns to Brisbane Ranges National Park on 14 June 2026 with routes from 10 km to 50 km, single-track sections and published GPX routes. Entry pricing varies by booking period and online bookings use Humanitix.

Experience trail running through the unique volcanic landscapes and craters of Mount Gambier. Choose from distances ranging from a 5km fun run to a 56km ultra marathon on technical limestone trails.

Experience the 12th edition of this scenic coastal run along Victoria’s Surf Coast Walk. Choose from 42km, 21km, or 8km distances featuring clifftops, wilderness, and iconic beaches between Torquay and Fairhaven.

The Adelaide 24 Hour Festival is an 18-year-old timed running and walking event. Participants choose a 3, 6, 12, or 24-hour goal on a 2.175km loop in North Adelaide. The event features electronic timing, finisher medals, and a supportive co..