Jabulani Challenge

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Australia • 11 Apr 2026

The Jabulani Challenge is a trail running event held in Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, NSW, near Sydney. It offers three race distances: 12km, 22km, and 45km, catering to both beginners and experienced trail runners. The course features diverse terrain including single-track trails, waterside paths, rainforest, bushland, steep hills, and creek crossings, showcasing hidden waterways just 30 minutes from Sydney’s city center. The event starts and finishes at Bobbin Head, a scenic location on the edge of Pittwater, making it ideal for a family day out. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, attracting a large field of enthusiastic runners annually. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

45 km
45km Trail Run
22 km
22km Trail Run
12 km
12km Trail Run
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