Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

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 featuring a 2 km kids loop, a 12 km course, and a 21.1 km half marathon sharing the same trails and finish line.

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.

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 with distances from a 2 km kids race to a 50 km ultra, plus a 20 km hike. Pricing varies by entry period, age minimums apply and transfers are possible for a fee.

A night-time backyard ultra at Neilsons Beach with repeated **6.7 km** loops starting each hour. The event is titled 12hr but offers the option to continue for up to 18 hours under a full moon.

Capital to Coast is a weekend trail running event from Friday 28 August to Sunday 30 August 2026 linking Canberra to the South Coast over nine stages. The course mixes trail, fire roads and single track and is organised by Canberra Runners.

Trail runs in the Gold Coast Hinterland on 29 August 2026, with 28 km and 50 km courses through Lamington and Springbrook National Parks. Entry includes a personalised technical tee or singlet, free photos, bus transfer and a finisher medal..

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.

The Coffs Harbour Running Festival offers five distances from a full marathon to a 3km fun run. All entry fees support local charities and every finisher receives a medal at this community event in Coffs Harbour.

Trail races from 5 km to 42 km at Cape Pallarenda take runners over coastal tracks, Mt Marlow and technical single track, with marshalled courses, electronic timing and post race refreshments.

Final event of a five-part off the beaten track trail series near Pinnacle, QLD. The longest course is 24 km and routes include demanding climbs, steep descents and technical sections with prize money across all distances.

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.

Event Format Ten Trails of Garigal is a timed trail running event consisting of a 5-kilometer loop. Participants can choose to run multiple laps, with specific named categories available: 20 km (4 laps), 40 km (8 laps), or the full 50 km (1..

Trail marathon event at Bickley Outdoor Recreation Camp on September 6, 2026 offering marathon, team relay, half marathon and 10k. The course is technical with significant climbs and a seven hour cutoff.

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 Running SA's Race #4 at Cleland National Park offers 10 km, 16 km and 21 km trail distances through native Adelaide Hills bushland with varied terrain, wildlife sightings, drink stations and medals for placegetters.