Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail event at Mount Coot-Tha, Brisbane, with courses of 105 km, 52 km, 21 km and 10 km on mostly singletrack. The 50 km and 100 km races are recognised as qualifiers for larger trail series.

A team endurance hike through the Gold Coast Hinterland over 30 km, 48 km or 96 km with sustained climbs, checkpoints and support crew options. Teams must meet fundraising targets to support the Kokoda Youth Foundation.

Experience the trails of Wild Horse Mountain after dark in Coochin Creek. Choose between a half marathon, 15 km, or 10 km course starting and finishing at the mountain car park.

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 in Ebden starts on a rail trail then climbs through farmland to a summit, offering two distances (17.3 km and 8.7 km), views of Lake Hume, a fast descent within the series, parking, refreshments, and an aid station at 10 km.

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.

Experience the third annual Clare Valley Trail Run in South Australia. Choose from 10 km, 25 km, or 50 km courses through one of Australia’s premier wine regions located two hours north of Adelaide.

Experience trail running at the iconic Red Hill Auditorium with three course distances ranging from 5 km to 16 km through beautiful national park trails. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere featuring music and food trucks at the finish.

Experience the natural beauty of the ACT with a five race winter trail series held at iconic locations near Canberra. Choose from short, middle, or long distances through scenic ridges and bushland.

Beachruns at Mission Beach features beach running across South Mission Beach, Wongaling Beach and Mission Beach with distances from a 1 km children’s dash to a 21 km half marathon, plus a 12 km team relay with four 3 km legs.

A set of Outback races on private land near Uluru and Kata Tjuta, featuring marathon, half marathon, 11 km and 6 km distances. Event packages include accommodation, transfers and guaranteed race entry while supporting local community progra..

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.

Experience an outback running adventure in historic Broken Hill with a variety of flat course distances from 2 km to a full marathon. This community event supports local health services and offers a unique racing atmosphere.

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.

Experience the rugged beauty of Bindarri National Park with trail distances ranging from 8km to a 100km ultramarathon. Run past stunning waterfalls and rainforest lookouts in the heart of the Coffs Harbour hinterland.

Test your endurance at this last person standing event south of Sydney. Run 6.7 km loops every hour until only one runner remains at this prestigious Silver Ticket and World Team Championship host venue.

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

Experience the coastal trails of Currumbin with four distance options ranging from 6.6 km to 31 km. This event offers ocean views and serves as the second round of the Trail Trips Triple Crown series.

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.