Hounslow Classic
Blackheath, Australia • 11-13 Sep 2026
Hounslow Classic - Blue Mountains trail races
The Hounslow Classic is a weekend of trail racing held in the Blue Mountains around Blackheath and the Grose Valley Wilderness on 11–13 September 2026. The courses run on sandstone ridgelines, canyon tracks and forest trails with sustained climbs, steep technical sections and exposed cliff-top terrain. Runners encounter rocky steps, creek crossings, short tunnels and sections that offer wide views over the Grose Valley.
Distances:
- Hounslow 17k: cliff-top trail between Govetts Leap and Evans Lookout.
- Hounslow Marathon: longer route using the 17k corridor plus extended out-and-back sections.
The 17k route follows scenic rim trails and passes through the Grand Canyon track. The marathon covers the same ridge and then continues from Allview Escape toward the Pinnacles, using Perrys Lookdown and Lockleys Pylon on the out-and-back section.
Event operations and services are based at the Event Village at Allview Escape, 415-419 Hat Hill Road, Blackheath NSW 2785. The event runs over a weekend format with separate race days for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.