Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

On Sunday, 12 July 2026 the Somerset Rail Trail Classic offers runs and walks of 3 km and 8 km plus 20 km and 44 km bike rides along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, highlighting regional scenery and community participation.

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.

A multi-distance trail event in Port Macquarie from 17 to 19 July 2026 offering distances from a 2.5 km kids race to a 217 km ultra, including staged race formats. Entry fees vary by distance and period and mandatory gear checks apply.

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 running event at Mt Coot-Tha, Brisbane, featuring 105 km, 52 km, 21 km and 10 km courses. Several distances serve as qualifiers for Western States and UTMB Index events.

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.

An evening running event at Wild Horse Mountain in Coochin Creek on July 18, 2026, offering 10 km, 15 km and a half marathon. Entry fees include GST and transaction costs and a 10:00 pm cut-off applies.

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.

Trail running at Red Hill Auditorium on 19 July 2026 with three marked courses from 5.5 km to 20.6 km, a start village with DJ music and food trucks, plus age and progression rules for junior participants.

A five race winter trail series near Canberra offering short, middle and longer distance options across popular local trails and parks. Events feature age based medals and a series pointscore championship.

Beachruns at Mission Beach features hard-packed sand courses with island views, offering 21 km, 10 km, 5 km, a 1 km children’s dash and a 12 km team relay. The event includes overall prizes, team categories and on-site food.

A set of Outback races on private land near Uluru and Kata Tjuta, featuring marathon, half marathon, 11 km and 6 km distances. Event packages include accommodation, transfers and guaranteed race entry while supporting local community progra..

Experience genuine trail running through the wild bushland of Sydney in the Ku-ring-gai Chase and Garigal National Parks. Choose between 30km, 50km, or 100km distances starting just minutes from the city center.

Mad Max Marathon is a running festival in Broken Hill on 26 July 2026 featuring marathon, half marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a 2 km kids dash on dirt tracks around the racecourse, with hydration stations, medals for finishers and a charity whee..

Experience the only trail running event in the Hawkesbury at the Burralow Bush Run. Choose from 1.5km, 16km, or 34km courses through beautiful national park fire trails while supporting local Rural Fire Service brigades.