Otway Trail Run
Gellibrand, Australia • 22 Mar 2026
AKD Otway Trail Run
The AKD Otway Trail Run is a trail event in the Otway Ranges that uses sections of the Old Beechy Rail Trail and concludes at Gellibrand Hall in Gellibrand, Victoria. The event date is 22 March 2026. The course includes non-technical trail understorey and pastoral sections.
Distances offered include:
- 16 km trail run (timed)
- 6.3 km trail run and walk
The 16 km route begins in Barongarook and descends through cool bush toward Birnam Station, where a drink station is located at around the 6 km mark. Runners continue over hilly, undulating bush and pastoral terrain toward Kawarren. Kawarren also serves as the start area for the 6.3 km options. Both distances finish at Gellibrand Hall.
Logistics noted by the organiser include limited parking at Barongarook, ample parking at Kawarren, and bus transport available at start areas. Bibs will be posted for entries received before 27 February 2026; later entrants collect bibs at the event information tent on the morning of the event. Refunds are not offered by the organiser though paid refund protection is available during registration. If the event is postponed, entries will be carried over to the new date. Registrations may be transferred in Race Roster up to 20 March 2026; transfers after that date may incur a $10 administration fee.
The event supports fundraising by the Rotary Club of Colac for the Colac Area Health Foundation Wellness Centre Appeal and Rotary youth and local programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.