The Great North Walk Ultras (GNW)

Patonga, Australia • 21 Sep 2025

The Great North Walk Trail Running Festival is an annual event offering various race distances, including 10K, 30K, and 50K, set along scenic trails. Participants can enjoy challenging courses with significant elevation changes, such as 329 meters for the 10K and up to 1,485 meters for the 50K. The festival emphasizes trail running and endurance, with races designed to test runners' stamina and skill. The event attracts runners of different levels and includes qualifiers for other prestigious races. Organized with community support, the festival promotes outdoor activity and trail running in a scenic environment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
1485 m+
50k
30 km
770 m+
30k
10 km
329 m+
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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