Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A mountain trail event near Lorne on the Great Ocean Road offering distances from 6 km to 75 km, single-track trails, multiple waterfall visits for longer races, and several early river crossings near the start.

A 24 hour trail running event at Ironwood in Black Hill on 15–16 August 2026, featuring a ~6.8 km loop with 300 m elevation per lap. Options include team relay and solo 24 hour or 12 hour efforts, plus camping and on-site food and activitie..

Lake Manchester Trails on 16 August 2026 offers distances from a 1 km kids dash to a 23 km lake loop with river crossings, water stops and on-course first aid. Proceeds support the TRAQ Charity Fund.

A coastal run around Granite Island in Victor Harbor on 16 August 2026 offering long, short and a wheelchair and pram friendly Kids Dash across the causeway, with mixed terrain including tram lines, gravel trails and island climbs.

A teams marathon handicap at the Cricket Ground in West Ulverstone on 16 August 2026. Individual entrants are randomly placed into teams of four; entrants must be 15 or older, membership is required and the entry fee is A$10.

Trail runs around Yarrabilba feature sandstone outcrops, eucalypt forest and late winter wildflowers across three distances. Events are professionally timed with on course water for medium and long runners and clear age based rules.

A community running event in Katanning on 16 August 2026 with 3 km, 7 km, 14 km and 21 km options. Organised by Active Farmers to promote physical activity and mental wellbeing in rural communities.

Trail event at Murphys Creek Recreation Reserve offering 7 km, 14 km and 21.1 km options on dirt roads and 4WD tracks. Three water stops, post-event stalls and race pack collection are provided.

An 8.2 km club road race at the Anglesea River mouth car park on the Great Ocean Road side, run as a handicap event and organised by the Geelong Cross Country Club with sponsorship from Moore Than Fitness.

A community trail running event at Devilbend Natural Features Reserve on 16 August 2026, marking the 50th running. Multiple distances are available from a Kids Mile to a 21.1 km half marathon across grass, gravel, stones and clay.

A guided training run on the Hounslow 17km course in the Blue Mountains, following cliff top tracks, Govetts Leap, Evans Lookout and the Grand Canyon. Licensed trainers lead three pace groups and the session includes mandatory gear and nutr..

Transcend Trails runs from Walyunga National Park through the Avon Valley, offering distances from a kids dash to a 65 km ultra with solo and team options. Entries follow published deadlines; transfers and optional XCover insurance are avai..

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.

A final round of the Riverina Trail Running Series at Julia Ronan Park in West Wodonga on August 23, 2026. Three trail distances are offered with aid stations, parking, and on-site coffee.

A point to point trail race from Kuranda to Port Douglas in August, traversing rainforest, eucalypt forest and plantations within the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Options include a 64 km solo race or a 64 km team relay with a possible 6..

A one-day trail running festival at Legacy Way Car Park, Mount Coot-tha on 23 August 2026, combining a 2 km kids loop with 12 km and 21.1 km trail races on shared courses and a common finish area.

A half marathon and a 5 km race at Barwon Valley Park on August 23, 2026, run in a handicap format with a scratch start for invitational runners. The event is listed by Geelong Cross Country Club alongside Geelong Performance Coaching.

A weekend trail running event from Canberra to the South Coast across nine stages, featuring trail, fire roads and single track. It is organised by a volunteer committee and relies on volunteers for stage support.

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.

A two-day trail event in Halls Gap on August 29 and 30, 2026, with races from a 2 km kids race up to a 50 km ultra through the Wonderland Range in the Grampians/Gariwerd National Park. Age minimums and fee periods vary by distance.