Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Trail races in Airlie Beach on 13 September 2026 offering distances from 700 m to 58 km, organised by the Whitsunday Running Club with on‑trail gear requirements for longer events.

Trail races at St Ives Showground on bush trails through St Ives Wildflower Gardens and Ku-ring-gai National Park. Distances range from 7 km to 30 km, with aid stations, cut-offs and a post race recovery breakfast.

A multi-stage handicap eliminator at John Landy Athletic Field where combined times from sealed 4 km and 3 km time trials determine twenty qualifiers for a final 2 km handicap race.

A looped out and back race based at Lyndoch along the Barossa Walking Trail, passing vineyards and a winery start and finish. Multiple distances from 1 km to 63.3 km are offered with staffed aid stations on the loop.

CRU100 in Collie Western Australia is a multi-day trail running event offering solo 50 km and 100 km options plus an 80 km relay, held 17 to 19 September 2027.

A multi-day trail event in the Pilliga Forest (18–20 Sep 2026) offering distances from 10K to 50K, guided walks, communal dinners and a fund to support local Pilliga initiatives.

Team trail hikes of 18, 48 or 96 km through Royal National and Heathcote National Parks on 19 to 20 September 2026, combining endurance with fundraising for the Kokoda Youth Foundation.

Trail running around Mount Elliot near Corryong with 33K, 16K, 9.5K and a kids 3K, featuring significant climbing and technical descents. The 33K and 16K are registered UTMB World Series qualifier events with ITRA.

A multi distance run and ride along the North East Tasmania Rail Trail between Scottsdale and Billycock Hill. Distances go up to 54 km and proceeds support ongoing trail maintenance.

A backyard ultra at St Ives Showground on 19 September 2026 where runners repeat a 6.706 km loop each hour until one remains. Entries include a race shirt, finisher medal and live streaming.

Chincogan Charge takes place on 19 September 2026. The registration lists "Chincogan Challenge 2026" with options including the Chinny Challenge and a not-timed Kids Chinny Climb; early bird ends 31 August and registration closes 18 Septemb..

An off road half marathon in the Canberra Runners Winter Series at Mulligans Flat on cross country dirt trails. Distances range from 2 km to 21.1 km; members run free and non members pay set fees.

A two day coastal stage race in Port Stephens across Tomaree National Park with distances from 12 km to 57 km and Race HQ at Fingal Bay Foreshore.

Run a scenic 17.6 km loop on Bruny Island's Labilladiere Peninsula, starting and finishing at Jetty Beach. Coastal views, single track and 4WD sections plus nearby camping make it a perfect seaside escape.

Tackle the 17.6 km Labilladiere Peninsula trail run on Bruny Island, a scenic clockwise loop from Jetty Beach with coastal views and single track through native bush. Camp at Jetty Beach, enjoy nearby sea activities and easy ferry access.

Trail races of 21.1 km, 10 km and 5 km through Toohey Forest from Griffith University Brisbane South supporting Diabetes Australia.

A trail running event at Lizard Log in Western Sydney Parklands offering 32 km, 20 km, 11 km and 6 km courses, chip timing and finisher medals. Car access and parking are provided and volunteers receive event benefits.

GNW Trail Running Festival on 20 September 2026 offers trail races of roughly 10 km, 30 km and 50 km with measured ascent, descent and set time cutoffs, plus Six Foot Track qualifier status for the 30K and 50K.

A trail running festival on the Great North Walk on 20 September 2026 offering 10K, 30K and 50K races with staged entry periods and fees. The 30K and 50K also act as qualifiers for the 2026 Six Foot Track.

Three trail distances along the Federation Trail between Romsey and Lancefield, timed net results, and a finish at Lancefield Hotel with post run beer and BBQ.