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Blue Goat's Backyard Marathon

Katoomba, Australia • 29 Nov 2025

The Blue Goat's Backyard Marathon (BGBM) is a multi-distance running event held in the scenic Blue Mountains at Darling Causeway, Mount Victoria, NSW, Australia. The 7th edition, scheduled for November 29-30, 2025, offers distances ranging from 5km and 10.5km to Half Marathon, 30km, Marathon, and 50km, plus the challenging Last One Standing Endurance Run (LOS). The course features single-track loops with elevation gains around 150-180m per lap, providing a mix of fast, rocky, and undulating terrain. The event welcomes all experience levels, including kids' races, and includes aid stations, mandatory hydration gear, and a supportive atmosphere with opportunities to spectate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Katoomba

Race information

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50 km
150 m+
50km Ultra
42 km
Marathon
30 km
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10.5km Fun Run
5 km
5km Dash
1km Kids Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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