Trail Running Calendar Australia 2025-2026

Goldfields Pipeline Marathon, held in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, offers four distances: the Kalgoorlie Case and Drill 50 km Ultramarathon, the Kalgoorlie Chiropractic 42 km Marathon, the Ellery Brookman Half Marathon, and the Retravisio..

Discover new trail routes through the scenic Clare Valley with 10 km, 25 km and 50 km options, all starting and finishing at Clare Showgrounds on July 26. Celebrate at the finish with wineries, local brews and relaxed post race hospitality.

Experience the Red Earth around Uluru and Kata Tjuta with scenic courses across unsealed tracks and soft sand. Distances from 6 km to marathon and a strong community spirit supporting local Anangu schools.

Experience the rugged outback at the Mad Max Marathon Festival in Broken Hill, with races from a kids 2 km dash to the full marathon and finisher medals. Expect dirt track desert scenery, on course aid and a lively racecourse finish.

BCU Rumble in the Jungle on 1 Aug 2026 showcases rainforest trails, waterfalls and lookouts around Ulong. Distances range from a free 1 km family run to a 100 km ultra, with camping and finisher medals for a festival feel.

Tackle scenic coastal trails at Rainbow Beach on 8 August 2026, weaving through sand cliffs, lush forest, perched lakes and past a historic lighthouse. Choose 11 km, half marathon or marathon for a memorable seaside trail challenge.

Peaks & Trails is a challenging community-run trail running event held in Dunkeld at the heart of the Grampians National Park, Victoria. The weekend offers five distances: 6.4km, 13.5km, 20km, a 50km option, and the Mud-Dadjug Challenge. Co..

Tackle single track and fire trail through Booths Winery and the Warby Ranges at the Kwat Kwat Trail Run, with distances from a fun 2 km kids run to a challenging 50 km ultra. Relax afterward with wood fired pizza, Booths wines and craft be..

Backroads Gravel brings hundreds to the Midwest of Western Australia for a festival of gravel cycling and trail running, with routes from 5km runs to 160km rides. Expect scenic backroads, big crowds and a friendly community vibe.

Tackle the Scenic Rim Ultra on 8 August 2026 in Queensland, a loop over four mountains and rugged trails with more than 4000 m of climbing. Distances range from 10 km to the epic 100 Miler or 105 km where finishers earn a cowboy hat, with g..

Run the Lavender Trail from Monarto Safari Park to Murray Bridge and spot giraffe and rhinos while choosing distances from 5 km to 56 km. Proceeds support endangered species protection.

Run Larapinta is a four day stage trail race on the Larapinta Trail near Alice Springs, offering long and short course options through spectacular Outback scenery. Join four unforgettable stages from 14 to 17 August 2026.

Run across iconic South Australian landscapes from the Barossa Valley to Hahndorf along sections of the Heysen Trail, choosing distances from 16 km to 120 km including a 50 mile option. Experience a scenic, challenging weekend hosted by Ult..

Join the Russell Falls 6.2 km trail run on 23 August 2026 and soak up Tassie scenery. Run past waterfalls and towering trees along a mostly wheelchair accessible trail, with online registration and official results after the race.

Great White Ultra is a coastal trail running event held in Port Lincoln, South Australia. It offers four race distances: 100K, 60K, 24K, and 5K. The event promises a fearless, soul-filling atmosphere described as coastal trail running splen..

Wonderland Run on August 29 to 30, 2026 brings Adelaide Trail Runners to scenic trails with distances from a 50 km ultra to a 2 km kids race and a 20 km hike. Choose your challenge and enjoy friendly on course support.

Join the C.ex Group Coffs Harbour Running Festival on Sunday 30 August 2026 for a community day that supports local charities. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, 3 km or a teams challenge and enjoy coastal fun.

Run coastal single track at Cape Pallarenda with distances from 5 km to 42 km, summit climbs and sweeping views of Magnetic Island. Timed event with on course support and post race snacks for all finishers.

The Coastal Classic is a 30 km trail run through Royal National Park from Otford to Bundeena. Enjoy dramatic coastal views and varied terrain from sand and rocky beaches to cliff top trails, rainforest and steep climbs.

3 Valleys Runningworks is a trail festival at Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp with technical single track, big climbs and sweeping Bickley Valley views. Pick marathon, half, 10K or team relay and enjoy on site coffee and BBQ.