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Speewah Legend Foot Race

Kuranda, Australia • 8 Jun 2025

The Speewah Legend Foot Race, held near Kuranda in Queensland, Australia, is a challenging tropical trail running event set within the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics Rainforest and Barron Gorge National Park. The race features three distances: 4 km, 8 km, and a premier 17 km course. Runners experience dense shady trails, cool creeks, steep climbs, and flowing downhill sections, traversing traditional Djabugay pathways and historic pioneer routes.

The longest course includes scenic landmarks like Toby’s Lookout and Glacier Rock. The event finishes at the Speewah Campground, offering a vibrant atmosphere amidst lush rainforest surroundings. Participants must be self-sufficient on the course, with natural water sources available for the longest distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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17 km
8 km
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