Happy Coastal - Reservoir Run

Happy Valley Reservoir, Australia • 15 Feb 2026

Event overview

Happy Coastal 2026 - RESERVOIR RUN takes place on 15 February 2026 at Happy Valley Reservoir in Happy Valley, SA, Australia. The event is the fifth running of the Reservoir Run and uses part of the reservoir's trail network. Distances offered and listed entry fees are:

  • 7 km - A$22
  • 14 km - A$28
  • 21.1 km - A$35
  • Virtual Run - A$25

Every participant receives a race bib at check-in on race morning; bibs are not mailed. Every runner or walker receives a finisher medal for every distance. If registration is completed during a registration extension, a generic finisher medal may be supplied instead of the fully engraved event medal. Part proceeds support the ACRF.

Registration closes at noon three days before the event date unless extended. A trophy is awarded to the entrant who best represents the event "HAPPY" theme as voted by runners and volunteers.

Course and logistics

The course for this event is a 7.033 km loop. The route is held on the recently upgraded Happy Valley Reservoir trail network, which includes a 20-kilometre trail system, picnic shelters, on-site car parking, kayak launch areas, a boardwalk jetty and a lookout. Entry to the event is from the Chandlers Hill Road carpark gates at the roundabout with Kenihans Road; the event setup is located just to the right of the gates. The venue may be closed on total fire ban days or for operational activity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
21.1km
14 km
7 km
Virtual Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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