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The Douglas Dash

Name: The Douglas Dash
Start: 2026-05-24
End: 2026-05-24
Location: Port Douglas

Port Douglas, Australia • 24 May 2026

Event Details

The Douglas Dash is an urban trail run that forms part of the 2026 Port Douglas Carnival. It takes place on Sunday, 24 May 2026.

Course Information

The course is approximately 5 km in length. The terrain is a mix of beach sand and dirt tracks. The run starts at Four Mile Beach Park off Barrier Road in Port Douglas and finishes at Rex Smeal Park in the same town.

Registration and Fees

Registrations close on Saturday, 23 May 2026 at 4.00pm. The race fees are structured as follows:

Non-club members (age 18+): $25.00
Club members (age 18+): $16.25
Non-club members (under 18): $15.00
Club members (under 18): Free

A finisher's medal is included in the race fee.

Additional Information

Participants are welcome to bring a dog on a leash. An optional medal can be purchased for a dog, with the proceeds donated to YAPS. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Port Douglas

Race information

Website

5 km

Approximately 5km

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

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