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Somerset Rail Trail Classic

Name: Somerset Rail Trail Classic
Start: 2026-07-12
End: 2026-07-12
Location: Somerset Regional

Somerset Regional, Australia • 12 Jul 2026

Somerset Rail Trail Classic

The 23rd annual Somerset Rail Trail Classic will be held on Sunday, 12 July 2026. The event takes place on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, and is an initiative of Somerset Regional Council.

The program offers both foot and bicycle options along the historic rail corridor. Distances available for participants include:

3 km run or walk
8 km run or walk
20 km bike ride
44 km bike ride

The course passes through sections of the Brisbane Valley and provides views of the Brisbane River in places along the trail. The event is presented as an opportunity to share an active and healthy lifestyle with family, friends or work colleagues and to experience features of the Somerset region.

Early bird registration pricing is available until 12 June. Event information includes race details, results and frequently asked questions as part of the event materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Somerset Regional

Race information

Website

8 km

Run or Walk

Bike Ride

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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