Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Nighttime trail race in The Dial Range at Mount Gnomon Farm near Penguin on 29 August 2026. Three course categories with set entry fees, camping and facilities available; age rules and bib collection are noted.

A multi-distance running festival in Coffs Harbour on 30 August 2026, from marathon to a free 1km fun run, with all entry fees donated to local charities and medals for every finisher.

Four trail distances from 5 km to 42 km at Cape Pallarenda, featuring Mt Marlow, technical single track and coastal views. Race HQ is at Freemason’s Park with marked courses, aid stations, timing and support services.

Final event of a five-part off the beaten track trail series near Pinnacle, QLD. The longest course is 24 km and routes include demanding climbs, steep descents and technical sections with prize money across all distances.

An 8 km handicap road race at Ocean Grove with start and finish at the Ocean Grove Golf Club car park on 30 August 2026, supported by the Bellarine Sports Medicine Centre.

A multi-day trail festival on Flinders Island from 4–6 September offering a glow run, 42 km marathon, 25 km and 11 km events plus a 4 km recovery run, with Avenza navigation, team options, shuttle transport and a recommended gear list.

Run the Lighthorse Ultra on 5 and 6 September 2026 at Perry's Paddock in Woodvale for its tenth and final staging there. Enjoy 3 to 24 hour timed loop options on a scenic 2.5 km circuit and a dawn service.

A 30 km point-to-point trail run from Otford to Bundeena through Royal National Park south of Sydney, featuring rocky track, beaches, cliff-top sections and rainforest. The event also includes a Triple Trail Challenge and other event option..

A two day mountain biking and trail running event at Hidden Vale Adventure Park in Grandchester, Queensland, on 5 to 6 September 2026. The event uses more than 80 km of purpose-built trails and traces back to a 117 km 2002 ride.

Ten Trails of Garigal runs on 6 September 2026 at Acron Oval, St Ives. Runners complete up to ten 5 km laps with a 45 minute cut off per lap. Options include 20 km, 40 km or 50 km.

A technical trail running event at Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp on September 6, 2026, offering marathon, team relay, half marathon and 10k distances. Courses include single track, significant climbs and a seven hour cutoff for all events..

Beach to Brother is a trail running festival in New South Wales with 5 km, 10 km, 21 km, 42 km and a 42 km team relay. Entries include marked courses, aid stations, medical support and electronic timing.

Trail runs through Cleland National Park near Crafers with multiple distances, wildlife and scenic Adelaide Hills views. Drink stations, medals, a kids cross-country run and a UTMB Index long course are part of the event.

A community-focused running event in Bonnie Doon, VIC on 6 September 2026 offering 7 km, 14 km and 21 km options, organised by Active Farmers to support physical and mental wellbeing in rural communities.

A 5 km handicap road race in Fyansford on September 6, 2026, starting and finishing at the Peter McCann Memorial Gardens next to the Fyansford Hotel. The event is sponsored by Good.All Protein.

A family friendly community running day at Bella Vista Farm on Sunday 6th September with multiple course options, market stalls and activities, organised by Castle Hill Rotary to raise funds for local charities.

A weekend of trail racing in Blackheath and the Grose Valley Wilderness with a 17 km cliff top route and a 42 km marathon that extends to the Pinnacles. Courses feature canyon tracks, sandstone cliffs and steep technical terrain.

A coastal ultra in Anglesea on 12 September 2026 offering 100 km, 50 km, relay teams and a kids run, with seven checkpoints, guided training runs and post race celebrations.

Mighty Jarrah Trail Run in Dwellingup, Western Australia offers 21 km, 12 km, 6 km and a DOGGIE DASH. It is held on the same day as the C WISE Dwellingup 100.

Lap The Valley is a backyard ultra at Boyne Valley where runners repeat 6.71 km laps each hour until one runner remains. The event uses a day trail loop and a lower elevation night out and back on the rail trail.