Pilliga Ultra
Coonabarabran, Australia • 18-20 Sep 2026
Pilliga Ultra
The Pilliga Ultra is a three-day trail running event held 18–20 September 2026 at Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran NSW 2357. The event takes place on Gomeroi Country within the Pilliga Forest and uses trails that traverse sandstone escarpments and grass-lined creeks. It describes generous cut-off times and offers courses over multiple days.
Distances and course notes
- 10k
- 20k
- 50k
- Grand Slam
The weekend includes a 50 km ultra, a 20 km scramble across sandstone escarpments, and a twilight 10 km trail run. The Grand Slam covers participation in all three events. The PU10 and PU20 events are noted as suitable for hiking. The organiser is For Wild Places. The event states a focus on highlighting the Pilliga Forest and supporting local communities concerned about coal seam gas mining. An AUTRA member discount is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.