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Great Ocean Trail Ultra

Name: Great Ocean Trail Ultra
Start: 2025-10-25
End: 2025-10-25
Location: Apollo Bay

Apollo Bay, Australia • 25 Oct 2025

The Great Ocean Trail Ultra is a premier ultra trail running event held along Victoria's stunning Shipwreck Coast in Australia. Participants can choose between a challenging 100km solo run, a relay team option for two, or a 45km coastal marathon. The course features approximately 73% singletrack trails, offering breathtaking views of the Southern Ocean and the Otway Ranges. This iconic event emphasizes a grassroots atmosphere, with a focus on environmental conservation and community engagement. Runners experience the complete Great Ocean Walk, typically a multi-day trek, in a single day, culminating at the famous Twelve Apostles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Apollo Bay

Race information

Website

UTMB 100K

100 km

100km Solo

100 km

100km Team Relay

45 km

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

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