Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A trail running event on August 9, 2026 at Monarto Safari Park and the southern Lavender Federation Trail, offering multiple distances, a team relay, and access to walking trails with African animals.

The second race in the North West Trail Running Series heads to the mountain bike trails of Wild Mersey in Railton. Choose from three scenic distances on flowing single-track. A community event welcoming runners of various ages.

A community running event in Padthaway, South Australia on 9 August 2026 offering 3 km, 7 km, 14 km and a 21 km half marathon. Organized by Active Farmers and Fat Farmers to support rural mental wellbeing and fundraising.

Experience an extraordinary four day trail running journey through the heart of Australia Red Centre. Choose between long or short course options to navigate the spectacular ridgelines and ancient landscapes of the Larapinta Trail.

A Last One Standing endurance event at Oxley Creek Common in Rocklea on 14 August 2026 where participants complete as many laps as they can. The organiser supports Trail to Triumph to raise funds for mesothelioma awareness.

Experience the Vine to Stein trail race through the stunning Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills. This event follows the iconic Heysen Trail with multiple distances ranging from 16 km to 120 km.

A mountain trail event at Cumberland River Holiday Park on 15 August 2026, offering six distances from 6km to 75km across single-track routes with river crossings and waterfall sections on the longer courses.

A 24 hour trail event at Ironwood property in Black Hill NSW on 15 to 16 August 2026. Runners complete as many laps as possible on a roughly 6.8 km loop with 300 m elevation per lap, with solo 12 hour and team relay options.

Lake Manchester Trails is a lakeside trail running event in Queensland with 1 km, 5 km, 10 km and 23 km route options, mapped courses, on-course water stops and a no-disposable-cup policy. Proceeds support the TRAQ Charity Fund.

A coastal running event in Victor Harbor on 16 August 2026, featuring long and short courses plus a Kids' Dash across the causeway to Granite Island, gravel trails, tram lines and island climbs, with electronic timing and optional insurance..

Team marathon relay at the UCI Oval in West Ulverstone with four runners each covering 10.55 km in a handicap format. Membership is required and entrants must be 15 or older.

Explore hidden trails and rugged sandstone outcrops between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Choose from three distances featuring eucalypt forests and winter wildflowers in a professionally timed event at Yarrabilba.

Katanning Run 4 Resilience takes place on 16 August 2026 in Katanning, WA with 3 km, 7 km, 14 km and 21 km options across rural terrain. The community event supports physical activity, mental wellbeing and local fundraising.

A three-day trail running festival in Robin Falls, Australia, from 21 to 23 August 2026, organized by Run Your Outback. The listing gives the event name, dates, organiser, and location but no race distances or course details.

Event Overview The Transcend Ultra is a trail running event in Western Australia. The main courses start at Walyunga National Park and explore the Avon Valley. Distances and Options Participants can choose from multiple distances: 6 km hik..

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.

Trail races at Julia Ronan Park in West Wodonga offer three courses from 5 km to 22 km across varied terrain, with aid stations on the longer routes. Parking and coffee are available near the start/finish area.

Point to point 64 km trail race from Kuranda to Port Douglas in August, running through rainforest and eucalypt forest within Mowbray National Park. Available as a solo event or a 2 to 4 person relay.

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 course, and a 21.1 km half marathon sharing the same trails and finish line.

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.