Lake Manchester Trails

Lake Manchester Trails

Lake Manchester Trails is a trail running event at Lake Manchester, QLD 4306 on Sunday 16 August 2026 organised by TRAQ. The event offers multiple distance options and on-course support with designated checkpoints and aid.

Available distances:

• 1 km Kids Dash (under 9)
• 1 km Junior Dash (9-12)
• 5 km (over 10s)
• 10 km (16 and over)
• 23 km (18 and over)

Entry fees vary by distance and TRAQ members receive a 10% discount when entering a membership number. The 23 km race has a 4 hour cut-off time. Check-in, race briefings and presentation arrangements are part of race day organisation.

Course details: the 23 km route follows the western shore past the dam, loops clockwise with four river crossings and returns along the western shore to the start. The 10 km follows the 23 km route to a log cabin turnaround. The 5 km follows the west side of the lake and a grassed headland track. The 1 km kids course is revealed at the race briefing; all children receive a medal and no overall places or times are recorded for the kids events.

Hydration and safety: water stops are approximately at 5 km, 7 km and 11 km making one stop for 10 km runners and five for 23 km runners. Limited food is available at 11 km. Tailwind electrolytes are provided on course. A paramedic will be on site and first aid kits are located at key points.

Facilities and notes: there is no disposable cup use permitted so participants should bring a reusable or collapsible cup. Coffee, smoothies, soft drinks, fruit and water will be available for purchase. Pets are prohibited on the course and surrounding grounds. Parking and entrance are 300 m past the Lake Manchester Reserve entrance. A downloadable course map and an Avenza map entry are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.