Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail running festival on the Larapinta Trail in Tjoritja National Park, offering races from 5 km to 231 km each third weekend in May. Most 2026 distances are sold out; the event is listed with iTRA and UTMB.

A multi-distance running festival on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road in May 2026, featuring road and trail events from 1.5 km to 60 km and a festival program with glamping, yoga and live music.

A community-run running festival in Mount Beauty on 16 May 2026 offering 3 km, 10.6 km, 21.1 km and an 18 km trail plus a Schools Challenge and a plastic cup free refill policy.

Runher Lake Manchester is a women's only trail run at scenic Lake Manchester with 4.4 km, 10 km and 21 km options for all abilities. Expect finisher medals, pro timing, eco friendly course marking and charity support; entries open soon.

A trail running event on Magnetic Island with technical single track and island views, offering 6km, 12km and 21km courses. Races finish at the Arcadia Village Hotel and include marked routes, on course support and discounted ferry travel.

A trail running event at Woodlands Historic Park on 24 May 2026 offering distances from 2 km to 50 km, with downloadable course maps, a 10 km canicross option, and a charity donation to Canteen.

In Devonport, Tasmania participants run or walk along the Don River walking track while a steam train runs nearby. Distances range from 400 metres to 7 km and include children’s races.

Trails and Tails brings friendly trail runs and walks to two coastal venues in 2026, welcoming solo participants, walkers and their dogs. Pick from 21.1 km, 14 km, 7 km or 4 km and enjoy scenic courses and community vibes.

Trail running through vineyards and scrubland at Kimbolton Wines on May 24, 2026, with distances from a half marathon to a kids dash and onsite live music and wine.

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.

Join the Douglas Dash, a scenic 5 km urban trail run along Four Mile Beach and coastal tracks during the Port Douglas Carnival. Finish with a bespoke medal and a dog friendly vibe suitable for all ages.

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.

A beach run on Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays on May 24 2026, offering 21.1 km, 10 km, 5 km and junior distances. Adult entries list fees at $150 and junior entries at $60.

A multi-distance running event on the Great Southern Rail Trail in South Gippsland on 30 May 2026. Distances range from 2 km to 100 km with team options and a pin free policy planned by the organiser.

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.

Three winter trail races near Melbourne from May to August 2026, held at Blackwood, Anglesea and Silvan, with short, medium and long course options and on-site live music, coffee, food vendors and social race formats.

Take on rugged rainforest trails and remote backroads at Eungella National Park on 31 May 2026 with 5 km, 11 km and 18 km options for all levels. Expect river crossings, climbs, on course support and prizes for top finishers.

A trail running event in the Numinbah Valley offering distances from 4 km to 25 km. It is the opening round of the Triple Crown and includes free event photos and a collectible medal system.

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.

You Yangs Off Road Festival on May 31, 2026 features duathlon and trail runs at You Yangs Regional Park, with forested single track, granite peaks and multiple distance options for individual competitors or two person relay teams.