Australian Alpine Ascent
Kosciuszko, Australia • 14 Feb 2026
Event overview
The Australian Alpine Ascent (AAA) is a trail running event held in Kosciuszko National Park, centred at The Stables Resort Perisher in Perisher Valley. The 2026 edition takes place on 14 February 2026 and is organised by Elite Energy. The event presents trail-running courses that use mountain terrain in the Snowy Mountains and includes an AAA XTRI component.
Race details and services
Distances offered:
- 80 km
- 55 km
- 27 km
Early bird registration fees (inclusive of mandatory charges) are listed for each distance: the 80 km entry at $287, the 55 km entry at $238, and the 27 km entry at $165. Early bird registration period is noted as May 21 to Oct 24. Race services include timing chips with results on event day, aid stations on all courses with water and energy drink, post-event snacks and recovery nutrition, finisher medals, event crew and traffic control at major intersections. The event is sanctioned with technical support and insurance through triathlon NSW. Additional event features mentioned include reusable bib fastening options (BibSnaps) and a commemorative trophy for participants who reach the summit and return in the AAA Extreme. Partners named include Fisiocrem, Peoplecare, Revvies Energy, Austbanners and Rudy Project. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.