Blackall 100
Mapleton, Australia • 17-18 Oct 2026
Event overview
The Blackall100 is a trail running event held in Mapleton on the Sunshine Coast hinterland. The 2026 edition takes place on October 17, 2026, with the start and finish located at QCCC, 70 Obi Obi Rd, Mapleton. The course crosses the Blackall Range and features ferny forest, subtropical rainforest, tall eucalypt trees, waterfalls and small hinterland hamlets. The event is a qualifier for the Western States Endurance Run.
Race details and logistics
Distances offered:
- 100 km
- 50 km
- 21 km
Elevation gain: 100 km - 3290 m; 50 km - 1580 m; 21 km - 580 m. Mandatory gear varies by distance but includes a mobile phone with emergency numbers, course map, visible race bib, water capacity requirements (100 km and 50 km at least 1.5 L, 21 km at least 1 L), compression bandage and an emergency blanket. The 100 km requires a hi-visibility vest and headlamp; the 50 km must carry hi-visibility vest and headlamp from mid-afternoon.
Drop bag rules: one drop bag allowed for specified checkpoints for each race (100 km: CP2 22.5 km, CP3 41 km, CP4 64 km, CP5 82 km, CP6 92 km, finish; 50 km: CP3 19 km, CP6 41 km, finish; 21 km: finish only). Drop bags must be soft, under 15 litres and 2 kg, no glass, and delivered at registration on the Friday evening. Parking is at Mapleton Community Hall; QCCC grounds are closed to parking. Prize structure includes trophies for top three male and female finishers and cash for first male and female in each distance. All entrants receive a race shirt; finishers receive event bells and a B100 buff. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.