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Elephant Trail Race

Name: Elephant Trail Race
Start: 2026-07-17
End: 2026-07-19
Location: Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie, Australia • 17-19 Jul 2026

Elephant Trail Race is a multi-distance trail running event in Port Macquarie, Australia. The race offers 10 distances over three days, including 217 km, 160 km, and 100 km (solo and staged), plus 75 km (two-day staged), 50 km, 25 km, 13 km, 5 km, and a 2.5 km kids race. Runners gather at a race hub for mandatory gear checks, bib pickup, and transition tents. Finishers receive gold/silver buckles for top distances and medals for others. The event emphasizes a strong, communal atmosphere and endurance focus, with thematic elements like Old School Running Clubs featured in recent editions and support from local partners around Port Macquarie. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Port Macquarie

Race information

Website

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K UTMB 100M

100 Km (67 Mile)

160 Km (100 Mile)

Ultra Elite 135mi (218km)

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

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