Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

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.

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.

Experience the beauty of Serpentine NP with trail runs and hikes ranging from 5 km to 50 km. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with live drummers, food trucks, and marked wilderness trails for all experience levels.

Experience diverse trails through woodland slopes and creek crossings at Sturt Gorge. This event offers distances from 9 km to 21 km, featuring scenic views and local wildlife just 30 minutes from the city.

The Sri Chinmoy Canberra Trail 100 will take place in Parkes on Sunday 2 August 2026. You can run 100 kilometers.

Birdy's Backyard Ultra at Lake Towerrinning challenges runners with a repeating 6.71 km loop every hour until one remains. Enjoy a lakeside campsite vibe as runners and supporters share the course and cheer every lap.

Experience an adrenaline filled obstacle course race at the Werribee Race Course in Victoria. Choose from various distances including 5km sprint and 10km super courses featuring unique heavy carries and plenty of mud.

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.

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.

Traverse the vineyards and grass tree forests of Victoria's Warby Ranges in this trail run starting from a winery. Choose from distances from a 2 km kids run to a challenging 50 km ultra. Enjoy local food, wine, and craft beer at the finish..

Experience the fifth edition of the Backroads Gravel in Nabawa featuring a range of trail and gravel runs alongside cycling distances up to 160 km. Set in the scenic Chapman Valley, this event supports local charitable efforts.

Experience a trail running event in the heart of Queensland featuring mountain climbs and technical ridgelines. Choose from distances ranging from 10km up to 100 miles with spectacular views of the Scenic Rim.