Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A community running festival at Lake Gillawarna with 3 km, 7 km, 14 km and half marathon options set on paved paths and lakefront scenery; medals for all finishers and trophies across age groups and team entries.

The Somerset Rail Trail Classic is an annual running and cycling event on Australia's longest recreational rail trail. Choose from a 3km or 8km run/walk, or a 20km or 44km bike ride, with scenic views of the Brisbane Valley.

The You Yangs Trail Running Festival offers a weekend of trail running on the varied terrain of the You Yangs park. Runners can choose from distances ranging from 5 km to 100 miles, spread across two days of racing. It's the second event in..

The Guzzler Ultra is a scenic trail festival around Mount Coot Tha, winding past Brisbane's historic reservoirs on challenging single track. Choose from distances from 10k to 105km with Western States and UTMB qualifying options.

Conquer the Gold Coast Hinterland in Australia's toughest team endurance event. Choose from 30km, 48km, or the epic 96km hike, tackling rugged trails and raising funds for youth programs. Teamwork, mateship, and personal challenge are at th..

Wild Horse at Night is an evening trail run on July 18, 2026, starting from Wild Horse Mountain in Queensland. Participants can choose from three distances: a 10 km, 15 km, or half marathon, all finishing by 10:00 PM. It promises a unique e..

Experience the bush trails of Kalgoorlie Boulder at the Goldfields Pipeline Marathon. Choose from 10km, half marathon, marathon, or a 50km ultra with included transport to the race starts.

Mahers Hill presents a challenging climb after a deceptively smooth start, rewarding runners with views over Lake Hume. It features a fast descent and is a favorite in the Riverina Trail Running Series. Choose between a long or short course..

This trail run takes over the popular Finch Hatton Mountain Bike Park in the Pioneer Valley. Runners can choose from 6km, 12km, or 18km loops on a mix of fire roads and MTB trails. The course is spectator-friendly, with water available afte..

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.

Run through the iconic Red Centre with views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, or shorter fun runs on a course of unsealed roads and soft-sand trails. Entry is via inclusive travel packages that combine the rac..

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.

The Mad Max Marathon Running Festival returns to Broken Hill in July 2026. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, 10km, 5km, or a kids' 2km on a flat course starting at the racecourse. It's a community event supporting local health services..

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.

Explore the rainforest trails of Bindarri National Park in this multi-distance trail run. Choose from a 1km family run up to a 100km ultra, all starting from Ulong. The event features detailed logistics including optional camping and bus tr..

The Great Pyramid Race will take place in Cairns on Saturday 1 August 2026.

The Border Bolt Running Festival takes runners from Currumbin Creek into the scenic Gold Coast hinterland hills. Choose from four distances, from a 6.6 km paved route to a 31 km trail challenge. It's also the second race in the annual Trail..

Experience a scenic trail run at Manly Dam with looping courses ranging from 8km to 32km. Enjoy waterside views and a fully timed race experience while supporting a meaningful charitable cause.

The Rainbow Beach Trail Festival takes runners along the spectacular Cooloola Coast. With distances from 11km to a marathon, it explores sand cliffs, forests, and beaches. The event is based at Phil Rogers Park in Rainbow Beach.

Event Overview Peaks & Trails is a trail running event held in Dunkeld, in the Southern Grampians (Gariwerd). The event is organised by local volunteers and starts and finishes in Dunkeld. Courses include sections of the Grampians Peaks..