Rainbow Beach Trail Festival

The Rainbow Beach Trail Festival, held in Rainbow Beach, Queensland, is renowned as one of the state's most beautiful trail-running events. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Cooloola Coast's towering coloured sand cliffs and the Coral Sea, the festival offers runners a scenic experience through lush forests, perched lakes, sand dunes, and past a historic lighthouse. The course includes single tracks, fire roads, and beach running.

Participants can choose from three distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The event is family-friendly with age minimums and provides well-marked courses and multiple aid stations. It is ideal for a weekend getaway combining sport and nature. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.