Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

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.

Run the Howling Dog under the stars in Whyalla on Mt Laura foothills with a head torch and a cheeky burst of hidden disco dancing. Pick 7K, 12.5K or 25K and enjoy varied trails and friendly vibes.

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.

Experience a scenic community running festival at Lake Gillawarna with distances ranging from 3km to a half marathon. Enjoy paved paths through beautiful wetlands and earn a finishers medal in this all ages event.

Experience Australia longest recreational rail trail during this multi sport event. Participants can choose to run or walk scenic routes or take part in bicycle rides through the historic Brisbane Valley.

A 16.5 km handicap road race in Burnie Park, Tasmania on July 12, 2026. Entry requires PCCCT membership, costs A$10, and is open only to competitors aged 15 and over.

Experience the Elephant Trail Race in Port Macquarie featuring ten distances from 2.5km to 217km. This three day event offers staged races and ultra distances with a retro 1970s running club theme.

Trail running festival at the You Yangs on 18 to 19 July 2026 with distances from 5 km to 100 miles across mixed terrain and looped courses returning to the carpark. It is the second race in the Trailsplus Mountain Trail series.

Experience the scenic Dawes Range on the Boyne Burnett Inland Rail Trail with distances ranging from 12km to 50km. This UTMB Index event features historic tunnels and a unique course through Queensland’s hinterland.

A multi-distance trail event at Mount Coot-Tha, Brisbane, with courses of 105 km, 52 km, 21 km and 10 km on mostly singletrack. The 50 km and 100 km races are recognised as qualifiers for larger trail series.

A team-only endurance hike through the Gold Coast Hinterland on 18-19 July 2026, offering 30 km, 48 km and 96 km options that include steep climbs, creek crossings and night sections while supporting youth programs.

Experience the trails of Wild Horse Mountain after dark in Coochin Creek. Choose between a half marathon, 15 km, or 10 km course starting and finishing at the mountain car park.

A multi-distance trail running event in Kalgoorlie - Boulder on 19 July 2026, featuring a 50k ultra, marathon, half marathon and 10 km fun run, with transport to start locations and local fundraising activity.

A trail event at Ludlows Reserve featuring a winding ascent to Mahers Hill, views of Lake Hume, and two distances: 17.3 km and 8.7 km. Coffee, parking and an aid station at 10 km are available.

Trail running through Finch Hatton MTB Trails in Mackay’s Pioneer Valley, held as part of a five-event series with 6 km, 12 km and 18 km looped courses and on-course support every 6 km.

Race 1 of the North West Trail Running Series is set in Yolla on July 19, 2026. Runners can select from three trail distances on private property. This self-supported event requires mandatory gear for the longer courses.

A trail event in the Clare Valley on 19 July 2026 offering 10 km, 25 km and 50 km courses with aid stations, drop bags for the 50 km and specific mandatory gear and qualifying recommendations for longer distances.

Experience trail running at the iconic Red Hill Auditorium with three course distances ranging from 5 km to 16 km through beautiful national park trails. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere featuring music and food trucks at the finish.

Experience the natural beauty of the ACT with a five race winter trail series held at iconic locations near Canberra. Choose from short, middle, or long distances through scenic ridges and bushland.

Beachruns at Mission Beach features beach running across South Mission Beach, Wongaling Beach and Mission Beach with distances from a 1 km children’s dash to a 21 km half marathon, plus a 12 km team relay with four 3 km legs.