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Surf Coast Trail Marathon

Name: Surf Coast Trail Marathon
Start: 2026-06-20
End: 2026-06-20
Location: Torquay

Torquay, Australia • 20 Jun 2026

Brooks Surf Coast Trail Marathon is a coastal trail running event in Torquay, Victoria, Australia, following the Surf Coast Walk from Torquay to the Fairhaven Surf Life Saving Club. It features a marathon (42km) run solo or as a two-person team, a half marathon (21km), and a new 8km option. The course is described as relatively non-technical and suitable for road runners trying trail, with stunning coastal scenery including Bells Beach, Point Addis, Anglesea cliffs, and Split Point Lighthouse. Special features include a live-band post-race party at Aireys Pub. The event is organized by Tour de Trails with support from Brooks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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42 km

42km Marathon

42 km

Teams of 2 Marathon (42km)

21 km

21km Half Marathon

8 km

8km Trail Run

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

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