Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Raffertys Coastal Run on July 11 2026 invites trail runners to explore Lake Macquarie coastline and coastal bushland from Raffertys Resort. Family friendly options from a kids run to 36 km and a Triple Trail Challenge showcase coastal views..

Ultra Adelaide is a scenic trail ultra from the Adelaide Hills into the city, finishing beside Adelaide Oval at the River Torrens Footbridge. Distances range 21 km to 100 mile along the Heysen Trail with strong support and big views.

Run the Howling Dog under the stars in Whyalla on Mt Laura foothills with a head torch and a cheeky burst of hidden disco dancing. Pick 7K, 12.5K or 25K and enjoy varied trails and friendly vibes.

Experience the You Yangs Trail Running Festival in Little River on July 18 and 19 with looped courses from 5 km to 100 miles across wooded singletrack and rocky climbs. Spectacular views from Flinders Peak and a friendly vibe await.

The Guzzler Ultra in Mount Coot Tha, Brisbane offers scenic trail races from 10 km up to 105 km, visiting historic reservoirs and challenging terrain. Ultra distances are Western States and UTMB qualifiers, perfect for ambitious runners.

Take on Mahers Hill at Ludlows Reserve on July 18, 2026 for scenic trail running with a winding summit climb, stunning Lake Hume views and a fast descent. Choose 8.7 km or 17.3 km for a rewarding day in the hills.

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 scenic trails and wine country at the Clare Valley Trail Run on 26 July 2025, with 10 km, 25 km and 50 km races plus a 10 km hike. New courses, friendly aid stations and a festive finish at the Clare Showgrounds await.

Flowing Trails at Finch Hatton invites runners to tackle scenic mountain bike tracks with a choice of 6 km, 12 km or 18 km looped courses. One day only access to these trails makes it a must do for trail lovers and series competitors.

Run across Central Australia's red earth with views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta at the Australian Outback Marathon on 25 July 2026. Packaged itineraries include race entry, transfers and accommodation for marathon, half and fun run distances.

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.

Experience Rainbow Beach Trail Festival at Cooloola Coast with 11 km, half marathon and marathon options through beaches, dunes, coloured sands, perched lakes and a historic lighthouse. Enjoy stunning coastal views and a finisher memento.

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..

Take on scenic trails through Monarto Safari Park with possible sightings of giraffe, rhino and meerkats while supporting wildlife conservation. Distances from 5 km family fun to a challenging 56 km ultra offer something for every runner.

Four days of epic trail running on the Larapinta near Alice Springs, across rugged ridgelines, sandy riverbeds and rocky outback. Choose the longer Malbunka or shorter Namatjira course and enjoy full race support and unforgettable scenery.

Tackle scenic trails through the Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills with distances for every level, finishing in charming Hahndorf. Organised by Ultra Series SA, the route links parts of the Heysen Trail and AUTRA members get a 10% discount.