Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB

MAY
13-16
2027
A multi-distance trail running festival in Katoomba, NSW, set in the Blue Mountains with races from 1 km to 161.1 km and Indigenous welcome elements.
13-16 May 2027
UTMB 20K/50K/100K/100M 161 kilometers 101 kilometers 51 kilometers 22 kilometers 11 kilometers

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Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB : Katoomba, Blue Mountains (13–16 May 2027)

Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB is a multi-day trail running event held in Katoomba within the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains, New South Wales. The program spans four days from 13 to 16 May 2027 and brings together a range of trail race distances and a community program.

Race options listed include:

  • UTA Miler : 161.1 km, elevation gain 7200 m+
  • UTA100 : 101 km, elevation gain 4400 m+
  • UTA50 : 51 km, elevation gain 2400 m+
  • UTA22 : 22 km, elevation gain 1200 m+
  • UTA11 : 11.4 km, elevation gain 731 m+
  • UTA Kids : 1 km, elevation gain 25 m+

The event notes a traditional Welcome to Country and Indigenous elements on course, including the sound of the yidaki on Ironpot Ridge. Scenic and natural features described along the routes include cliff tops, exposed rock formations, waterfalls, native bush and stairs, reflecting the Blue Mountains setting. The UTA program also includes an expo and community activities in town for runners, spectators and support crew. Some races are marked as full and the kids event is listed as registrations closed for the 2027 edition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Events nearby

Night trail run from Narrowneck Lookout offering 14 km and 24.7 km out and back courses with mandatory gear and aid station support.
A 3-hour inclusive loop challenge at Knapsack Reserve with 1.3 km out and 1.3 km back legs, suitable for trail runners, hikers and participants with diverse mobility needs.
Guided stair and trail training in the Blue Mountains covering the UTA11 course with paced groups, race prep advice, and distances from 11 to 25 km.
Trail races of 21 km and 10 km in Wentworth Falls on the Kedumba Firetrail featuring a river crossing, marked out-and-back routes, and two on-course aid stations.
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