Manning Park Trail Run

Spearwood, Australia • 19 Oct 2025

Event overview

The Manning Park Trail Run is organised by Friends of the Community as a volunteer-led fundraiser. The event takes place at Manning Park in Hamilton Hill, Western Australia on 19 October 2025. One hundred percent of event proceeds support a local charity and the Friends of the Community Youth Scholarship Fund to help young people in the local area.

The event is presented as a community activity that highlights the natural and historic features of Manning Park.

Course, entries and fees

The event offers two course options:

  • 5 km
  • 10 km (participants must be 16 years or older)

Both routes pass the Azelia Ley Homestead and follow hilly bushland trails. The course includes the Manning Park Stairs, which have 192 steps, and a climb to a viewpoint with views of the Indian Ocean and Rottnest Island. The 10 km route adds an extra loop that includes a second ascent of the stairs and returns to a finish area near the lake.

Online registration prices listed are Adult $25 and Under 16 $15. Late registration prices on the day are Adult $35 and Under 16 $25. Online registration closes 16 October 2025. Sponsors named for the event include the City of Cockburn, Aubin Grove Physio, and Superior Customs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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