Trailsplus - Run The Lighthouse

Run the Lighthouse : Wilsons Promontory

Run the Lighthouse is scheduled for 21 February 2026 at Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory VIC 3960. This is the fourth running of the event and takes place across a weekend of trail races and activities based around Tidal River. The organiser describes the event as involving unmarked navigation and multiple distance options.

Distances

• 6km
• 21km
• 42km
• 50km
• 75km

Course, navigation and safety

The courses use beaches, headlands and inland trails. The 6km is an out-and-back along Norman Bay beach and the headland. The 21km follows the coast then turns inland to Telegraph Track Junction and returns. The 42km follows the 21km route but includes a climb of Mt Oberon. The 50km is a lighthouse return route via Waterloo Bay and the southern tip of the promontory. The 75km follows the 50km route and also climbs Mt Oberon. Courses are unmarked and require map or app navigation; participants are expected to study course maps and race information.

Mandatory gear is required for safe participation; incomplete gear results in no race start. GPX, CRS and PDF maps are available for each distance. A tracker app install guide is provided for configuring tracking devices.

Fees include GST and ticketing fees are added at checkout. On-day registration is available at higher prices, up to about 15% above late fees. The event donates $1 per participant to Canteen; in 2025 there were 111 competitors and $136 was donated that year. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.