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North West Trail Running Series - Race Series (Penguin)

Penguin, Australia • 30 Aug 2025

North West Trail Running Series – Race 3: Penguin is a night-time trail race staged at Mount Gnomon Farm in Penguin, Tasmania. Participants choose from 5 km, 10 km, or 20 km courses set in The Dial Range, with headlamps required for the dark cross-country terrain. The event blends serious trail running with a festival atmosphere, including camping at Mount Gnomon Farm, on-site food and drinks, and live music; a Run Nation Film Festival screening is scheduled for the evening. Bib collection begins early; on‑the‑day entries incur a small surcharge. For course maps and gear requirements, visit nwtrs.com. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Penguin

Race information

Registration
18 km
Long Course (18 Km)
12 km
Medium Course (12 Km)
5 km
Short Course (4.6 Km)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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