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Captain's Crossing the Gong

Name: Captain's Crossing the Gong
Start: 2026-08-30
End: 2026-08-30
Location: Pinnacle

Pinnacle, Australia • 30 Aug 2026

Captains Crossing The Gong Trail Run

Captains Crossing The Gong is the final event in a five part series of off the beaten track trail runs. Located at Captains Crossing in Pinnacle, Queensland, this event offers a rural racing experience in the Pioneer Valley. The course is situated on Pinnacle Station Road and features a variety of natural terrain.

The event consists of several distances, with the longest course covering 24 km. Participants navigate a trail environment that includes demanding climbs, steep descents, and technical sections. This variety in elevation and terrain provides a specialized course for those accustomed to trail running environments.

Available distances for the event:

24 km trail run
Additional distances with prize money available

Prize money is awarded to winners across all distance categories during this final series event. The location is approximately 60 kilometers west of Mackay, providing a remote setting for the competition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Pinnacle

Race information

Registration

24 km

The Gong Trail Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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