Trail Running Calendar Australia 2025-2026

Experience coastal trails, beaches and national park vistas at Fingal Bay, Port Stephens on 3 May 2026 with Trail Run Australia Tomaree. Distances from 6 km to 32 km plus a kids mud run suit all abilities, with on course aid and cupless rul..

Run the scenic Nail Can Hill ridge in Albury with options from a 4 km fun run to an 11.3 km trail challenge and an Ironman combined event. Community organised with shuttles and bag drop, celebrating its 50th running on 3 May 2026.

The Darby River Half Marathon is a scenic trail running event held at Wilsons Promontory National Park, about three hours from Melbourne. It offers distances of 2 km, 5 km, 10 km, and the half marathon (21.1 km), catering to both novice and..

Tackle the Hamilton Island Hilly Half Marathon in early May, a scenic 24 km trail through the island's undulating interior with rewarding climbs and coastal views. Junior races and team relays make it a fun challenge for every runner.

Prepare for Ultra Trail Australia with a guided stair training and taper run in Katoomba, two weeks out. Expect scenic UTA trails of 11 to 24 km with multiple pace groups so all levels can tune race fitness and course recall.

Goldrush Trail Runs is a trail running event held in Daylesford, Victoria’s Spa Country, featuring new loop courses starting and finishing at Lake Daylesford. Scheduled for May 9, 2026, the event offers three distances: 21km, 12km, and 5km,..

Kangaroobie Base Camp Ultra Relay near Princetown Victoria is a two day team relay covering 216 plus km across muddy paddocks, forest trails and coastal backdrops. Teams of 4 or more tackle day and night legs with base camp transitions.

Run the scenic Margaret River Ultra Marathon on May 9 and 10 2026 in Western Australia, with an 80 km solo or relay, a 42 km trail marathon and a kids 2 km race. Coastal trails and stunning views make it a must do for trail runners.

Experience HOKA Ultra Trail Australia by UTMB in Katoomba from 14 to 17 May 2026, racing through World Heritage Blue Mountains with cliffs, waterfalls and native bush. Cultural Welcome to Country adds a memorable local touch.

Experience the Larapinta Trail at West Macs Monster in Central Australia, a multi distance trail running festival from family fun run to epic ultras. May 15 to 17 2026, rugged scenery and strict gear checks for longer races.

Run along the spectacular Southern Ocean coastline at the Great Ocean Road Running Festival, featuring everything from ultra distances to kids races and coastal trail runs. Enjoy live music, yoga and festival vibes across Apollo Bay, Lorne..

Run amid the autumn colours of the Upper Kiewa Valley at the family friendly Mt Beauty Running Festival. Community run offering short runs, a half marathon and trail option with local food and a strong volunteer vibe.

RunHer Lake Manchester Trail Run on 17 May 2026 invites women to enjoy scenic trails at Lake Manchester. Choose 4.4 km, 10 km or 21 km with timed results, finisher medals and pro photos available.

Run scenic coastal single track on Magnetic Island at the Two Bays Trail Run, with climbs, beach sections and sweeping views over Horseshoe Bay. Choose 6, 12 or 21 km routes and enjoy wildlife sightings including resident koalas.

Run scenic trails at Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale with Living Legends stables, a homestead serving Devonshire tea and plane spotting at the Tullamarine runway. Distances 2 km to 50 km, maps provided and proceeds support Canteen.

Event information The Tax Centre Great Train Race is a running event in Tasmania, Australia. The event carries the tagline "RUNNER VS MACHINE" and is owned and organised by Everyday Lions Events. The 2026 edition is scheduled for..

Event overview Trails and Tails is a trail running event held at two locations in New South Wales: Port Macquarie and Coopernook (Coopernook HQ). The Port Macquarie event is scheduled for 24 May 2026 and the Coopernook event for 23 August 2..

Run the Gap in Halls Gap on 24 May 2026 features 6 km and 12 km run or walk options plus a scenic 21 km trail run. Family friendly entries and easy race number pickup make it an inviting weekend challenge.

Join the Douglas Dash in Port Douglas for a scenic 5 km urban trail along Four Mile Beach and dirt tracks, finishing at Rex Smeal Park. Fun for runners and dogs on leash with medals for humans and pups.

Run the scenic Great Southern Rail Trail in South Gippsland, Victoria, from a 2 km dash to a 100 km ultra, passing forests, farmland and restored trestle bridges with views to Wilsons Promontory. The event supports EB Research.