Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A two-day Spartan obstacle weekend at Werribee Racecourse on Aug 8-9, 2026, featuring Sprint, Super, a Kids Race and a 4-hour Hurricane Heat. The fast, flat course includes the Chain Carry and Armer obstacles.

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.

Scenic Rim Ultra on 8 August 2026 is a trail running event in Queensland with distances from 10 km to 100 miles. The loop course crosses four mountains, Wyaralong Dam and technical single track through forest.

An outdoor military-inspired obstacle event at Albert River Wines on 8–9 August 2026, offering 10km and 5km courses with multiple named obstacles. Entry options include teams, solo waves and a timed Elite category with penalties for missed..

Experience a rewarding trail run through Blackwood while supporting Berry Street. This UTMB qualifier offers distances including 70km and 42km for runners seeking ITRA points and various course options.

Experience a unique trail run through Monarto Safari Park where you can spot roaming exotic wildlife. Choose from multiple distances including a 56km ultra or a family friendly zoo loop.

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.

Test your endurance at The Clint Eastwood in Rocklea. This Last One Standing event challenges runners to complete as many laps as possible at Oxley Creek Common until only one participant remains.

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..

Join this unique team relay at the UCI Oval in West Ulverstone where teams of four tackle a marathon distance together. This handicap event is open to runners aged 15 and over with a PCCCT membership.

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.