Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail running event with distances from 2 km to 50 km, published 2025 pricing and age limits, and a change in custodianship to SingleTrack Events for 2026.

A night backyard ultra at Neilsons Beach under a full moon. Runners complete 6.7 km loops each hour and may continue beyond the 12 hour title to up to 18 hours.

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.

A trail running event in the Gold Coast Hinterland on 29 August 2026, offering 28 km and 50 km routes through Lamington and Springbrook National Parks. Entries include a personalised race tee or singlet, bus transfer, aid stations and elect..

Nighttime trail race in The Dial Range at Mount Gnomon Farm near Penguin on 29 August 2026. Three course categories with set entry fees, camping and facilities available; age rules and bib collection are noted.

A community running festival in Coffs Harbour on 30 August 2026 offering marathon, half marathon and shorter fun runs, with medals for all finishers and all entry fees donated to local charities.

Four trail distances from 5 km to 42 km at Cape Pallarenda, featuring Mt Marlow, technical single track and coastal views. Race HQ is at Freemason’s Park with marked courses, aid stations, timing and support services.

Captains Crossing The Gong is the final race in a five part off the beaten track trail run series at Pinnacle, Queensland. The route includes demanding climbs, steep descents and technical sections, with a longest course of 24 km and prize..

An 8 km handicap race at Ocean Grove Riverside on August 30, 2026, sponsored by Bellarine Sports Medicine Centre. The course starts and finishes at the Ocean Grove Golf Club car park and a course map and fee details are available online.

Held 4th to 6th of September on Flinders Island, the festival offers trail events from about 3 km to 42 km plus a 4 km recovery run. Courses use Avenza map navigation and organisers provide a recommended gear list.

Run the Lighthorse Ultra on 5 and 6 September 2026 at Perry's Paddock in Woodvale for its tenth and final staging there. Enjoy 3 to 24 hour timed loop options on a scenic 2.5 km circuit and a dawn service.

A 30 km trail run from Otford to Bundeena in Royal National Park, NSW, featuring rocky track, sand and beaches, cliff tops, bushland and rainforest. The event is organised by Max Adventure and the listed edition is sold out.

A two day mountain biking and trail running festival at Hidden Vale Adventure Park near Grandchester, Queensland. The event covers over 80 km of purpose built tracks and marks its 24th year in 2026.

Ten Trails of Garigal runs on 6 September 2026 at Acron Oval, St Ives. Runners complete up to ten 5 km laps with a 45 minute cut off per lap. Options include 20 km, 40 km or 50 km.

A technical trail event at Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp in Orange Grove on 6 September 2026, offering marathon, team relay, half marathon and 10k. The course features significant elevation gain, a seven hour cutoff, and medals for marath..

Beach to Brother is a trail running festival in New South Wales with 5 km, 10 km, 21 km, 42 km and a 42 km team relay. Entries include marked courses, aid stations, medical support and electronic timing.

Trail races at Cleland National Park on September 6, 2026, offer multiple distances on hilly native trails with wildlife, drink stations and medals for placegetters; the long course is a UTMB Index race.

A community-focused running event in Bonnie Doon, VIC on 6 September 2026 offering 7 km, 14 km and 21 km options, organised by Active Farmers to support physical and mental wellbeing in rural communities.

A 5 km handicap race organised by the Geelong Cross Country Club at Peter McCann Memorial Gardens in Fyansford on 6 September 2026, sponsored by Good.All Protein.

A family friendly community running day at Bella Vista Farm on Sunday 6th September with multiple course options, market stalls and activities, organised by Castle Hill Rotary to raise funds for local charities.