GCTR Monthly Pop-Up Run

AUG
16
2026
Free monthly trail run at Apple Tree Park, Springbrook offering stair repeats, time-based out-and-backs, and a 15 km Purlingbrook option with snacks provided.
Sun 16 Aug 2026
23 kilometers 15 kilometers 60 minutes

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GCTR August Run/Coastal High Recce

This is a monthly pop-up trail run held at Apple Tree Park, Springbrook Road, Springbrook QLD, Australia. The event is supported by Gold Coast City Council's Active & Healthy program and is organised as a reconnaissance of the back end of the Coastal High course.

Multiple route options are offered to suit different preferences and training goals:

  • Stair run out-and-back via Apple Tree Stairs, down 20min back 40min
  • 30/30 out-and-back toward Purlingbrook Falls
  • 15 km Purlingbrook return
  • Double combine both options for approx 20-25 km

The run is free and light snacks are planned on site; registration is requested to assist with catering. The organiser publishes a planned schedule for 2026–27 with monthly locations and themes, including Coombabah, Nerang, Northern Gold Coast special, Hellfire Pass, Currumbin (12 Hills of Xmas), Mudgeeraba, Reedy Creek, Tallebudgera, Numinbah, The Spit ahead of GC30, and a Southern Gold Coast special. Events are confirmed several weeks in advance.

Information provided focuses on course options, location, and the planned series of monthly trail outings on the Gold Coast. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

23 km
5.30 & 6.30am Double
15 km
Purlingbrook and Back
60 min
6.30am Run (30mins Out/back)
5.30am Stair Run

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