Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Annual August trail run at Devilbend Natural Features Reserve on the Mornington Peninsula with distances from a children's Magic Mile to 21.1 km across varied surfaces; proceeds support the Mornington Peninsula Athletic Club.

A guided training run on the Hounslow 17km course in the Blue Mountains, following cliff top tracks, Govetts Leap, Evans Lookout and the Grand Canyon. Licensed trainers lead three pace groups and the session includes mandatory gear and nutr..

Transcend Trails runs from Walyunga National Park through the Avon Valley, offering distances from a kids dash to a 65 km ultra with solo and team options. Entries follow published deadlines; transfers and optional XCover insurance are avai..

Join the Russell Falls Trail Run on 23 August 2026 for a scenic 6.2 km through towering Tasmanian trees and past picturesque waterfalls. Mostly accessible trail surfaces make it an inviting run for many, with entries at $40.

A final round of the Riverina Trail Running Series at Julia Ronan Park in West Wodonga on August 23, 2026. Three trail distances are offered with aid stations, parking, and on-site coffee.

A point to point trail race from Kuranda to Port Douglas in August, traversing rainforest, eucalypt forest and plantations within the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Options include a 64 km solo race or a 64 km team relay with a possible 6..

A one-day trail running festival at Legacy Way Car Park, Mount Coot-tha on 23 August 2026, featuring a 2 km kids loop, a 12 km trail and a 21.1 km half marathon on shared trails.

Barwon Valley Park hosts a handicap half marathon in Belmont on August 23, 2026, offering a 21.1 km race plus a 5 km option and in-person and invitational entries on the day.

Capital to Coast runs 28 to 30 August 2026 as a weekend stage event from Canberra to the south coast across nine stages of trail, fire trail and singletrack. It is organised by Canberra Runners and relies on volunteer support.

Experience the coastal splendor of Port Lincoln in South Australia with a range of trail distances. Choose from various distances including a premier hundred kilometer ultra through breathtaking seaside scenery.

Trail running in Halls Gap through the Wonderland Range of the Grampians/Gariwerd National Park, with races across a weekend ranging from a 2 km kids race up to 50 km.

A beachfront backyard ultra at Neilsons Beach with repeated **6.7 km** loops starting each hour and continuing through day and night for up to 18 hours, while retaining the event name referencing a 12 hour Backyard Ultra.

A trail running event in the Gold Coast Hinterland on 29 August 2026, using routes in Lamington and Springbrook National Parks. Two distances, 28 km and 50 km, with race apparel, free photos, bus transfer and a finishers medal.

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.