Roller Coaster Trail Run

Kalorama, Australia • 17 Oct 2026

Roller Coaster Run 2026

Established in 2012, the Roller Coaster Run is a trail running event held at Kalorama Memorial Reserve within the Dandenong Ranges. The course traverses the forest trails of the region, located near Melbourne. The event regularly attracts over 1,500 participants and features a variety of distances over undulating terrain.

Participants can choose from several course options:

  • 46 km Double Loop Ultra: This distance requires two loops of the course, with the second loop completed in the reverse direction. Mandatory gear is required for this category.
  • 23 km Single Loop: This option consists of a single lap of the course. Mandatory gear is required.
  • 12 km Twilight Mad Mouse: This evening run requires participants to carry a head torch and serves as an entry-point for trail running.
  • 1.23 km Kids Carousel: A short distance designed for children, where parents are permitted to accompany participants on the track.

The event is held in Kalorama, Victoria, utilizing the natural landscape of the Mount Dandenong Tourist Road area. The longer distances have specific safety requirements regarding equipment due to the nature of the terrain and environment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K
46 km
46k Double Loop Ultra
23 km
23k Single Loop
12 km
12k Twilight Mad Mouse
1.23k Kids Carousel
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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