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Blue Goat's Backyard Marathon

Katoomba, Australia • 29 Nov 2025

Blue Goat Backyard Marathon (BGBM) is staged at Blue Mountains Fitness’ Blue Goat Backyard in Mount Victoria, NSW, Australia. The 7th edition offers a wide range of distances to suit all abilities: 5 km, 10.5 km, Half Marathon, 30 km, Marathon, 50 km, and the Last One Standing Endurance Run. Most events use 10.5 km laps; the LOS uses 5 km laps on a course with about 150 m elevation per lap and a central aid/finish hub. The course features fast single-track, rocky sections, and undulating terrain, with a scenic backdrop that makes it spectator-friendly. Finishers receive medals; prizes and Lifeline Australia fundraising are highlighted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Race information

Website Registration
50 km
Tailwind Nutrition 50km Ultra
42 km
Blue Mts Running Co Marathon
30 km
T8 Run Gear 30km
21 km
First Choice Physiotherapy Half Marathon
11 km
Papadinos Fun Run 10.5km
5 km
Birdwood Podiatry 5km Dash
5 km
5km Dash
5 km
150 m+
Last One Standing Endurance Run
1.5km Kids Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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