Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Trail running in Bindarri National Park near Ulong on 1 August 2026 with distances from a 1km kids run to a 100km ultra. Courses use rainforest singletrack and forest roads and include camping, aid stations and an optional return bus.

Red's Backyard Ultra is a last one standing race on a 6.7056 km loop in Kembla Grange, NSW. The Silver Ticket winner who completes at least 24 loops earns a place on the Australian Team; entry is capped at 130 runners.

A multi-race mountain and cross-country event on August 01, 2026, the Woolworths Great Pyramid Race features uphill and downhill running and includes several formats such as a 3 km and an 1800 m juniors race; registrations are open.

Race 3 of the 2026 Trail Running Series is in Silvan in the Dandenong Ranges on Sunday 2 August. Courses of 7.2 km, 15 km and 22 km run through fern gullies and misty ridgelines and feature a handicap format.

Border Bolt Running Festival on August 2, 2026 in Currumbin, QLD offers road and trail distances from 6.6 km to 31 km and is Race 2 of the Trail Trips Triple Crown series.

Looped trail distances from 8 km to 32 km around Manly Dam with marked course, aid stations, live timing and on-site first aid. Participants receive post event food and a medal.

Trail running event in Serpentine National Park with courses from 4.9 km to 50 km on marked remote trails. The village features drumming, waterfalls, food trucks and family friendly facilities.

Trail races at Sturt Gorge Recreation Park follow winding single-track through woodlands, creek crossings and hillside views. Multiple course lengths are offered, plus a kids cross country, drink stations and medals for placegetters.

A 100 km loop through Canberra's parks and ridges, the event can be run solo or by teams of two to four. The course combines urban convenience with trail terrain, with aid stations, checkpoints, relay transitions and electronic timing.

A community running event in Kojonup on 2 August 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km, 21 km and a free Kids Dash, organised to support rural wellbeing and fundraising with local sponsors.

Trail running in Glenorchy with three course options: a 21 km Enduro with 830 m ascent, a 10 km Sport and a 5 km Explorer that is mostly pram able. The event hub at Hut 8, Tolosa Park includes family activities and coffee.

An 8 km handicap race in Fyansford on August 2, 2026, with start and finish beside the Fyansford Hotel. Sponsored by The Injury Clinic; entry fees and a course map are provided on the event page.

A backyard ultra at Lake Towerrinning on Friday 7 August 2026 where runners complete repeated 6.71 km loops each hour until one runner remains. The event includes lakeside camping and a dedicated campground for participants and supporters.

A two-day Spartan obstacle weekend at Werribee Racecourse on Aug 8-9, 2026, featuring Sprint, Super, a Kids Race and a 4-hour Hurricane Heat. The fast, flat course includes the Chain Carry and Armer obstacles.

A trail running event at Rainbow Beach on 8 August 2026 offering 11 km, half marathon and marathon courses that pass coloured sand cliffs, forests, lakes, dunes and beaches, with marked routes and checkpoint support.

Discover the rugged beauty of the Southern Grampians with trail runs ranging from 6.4 km to a 50 km ultra marathon. Summit iconic peaks and experience diverse terrain starting from the picturesque town of Dunkeld.

A multi-distance trail event at Booths Winery into the Warby Ranges in August 2026, featuring runs from a 2 km kids course to a 50 km ultra, varied elevation profiles, prize categories, and on-site food, wine and craft beer.

Backroads Gravel in Nabawa WA on August 8, 2026 offers a range of gravel ride and trail run distances from 160 km to short kids events, with e bike categories, staged pricing, and a charity fundraising component.

Scenic Rim Ultra on 8 August 2026 is a trail running event in Queensland with distances from 10 km to 100 miles. The loop course crosses four mountains, Wyaralong Dam and technical single track through forest.

An outdoor military-inspired obstacle event at Albert River Wines on 8–9 August 2026, offering 10km and 5km courses with multiple named obstacles. Entry options include teams, solo waves and a timed Elite category with penalties for missed..