Goldrush Trail Runs

Sailors Falls, Australia • 9 May 2026

Event overview

Goldrush Trail Runs is scheduled for 9 May 2026 in Daylesford, Victoria. The event uses Lake Daylesford as the event headquarters and a single start and finish location near the Boathouse. Parking is available around the lake within walking distance of the event area and from in-town accommodation. The event is hosted on the traditional lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung people and includes an acknowledgment of the traditional owners.

Courses and logistics

The event features new loop courses that start and finish at Lake Daylesford. Distances offered include:

  • ~21-22 km long course
  • 12 km course
  • 5 km course

Organisers note the routes include some technical terrain and ask participants to be familiar with the course maps. Event information pages include an FAQ section covering registration, bib collection, safety, timing and other common questions. The event has support from The Running Company - Ballarat and Tailwind Nutrition Australia. Results can be visualised using a Race Explorer application that maps finish positions and displays basic race statistics. Entries are noted as opening soon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
12 km
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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