Ultra-Trail Australia by Utmb

Katoomba, Australia • 14-17 May 2026

HOKA Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB : Katoomba, NSW

HOKA Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB takes place from 14 to 17 May 2026 in Katoomba, in the Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales. The event is part of the UTMB World Series and is scheduled to run over four days. The program includes a cultural Welcome to Country and Indigenous elements on course, recognising the Gundungurra traditional custodians. The course passes world heritage listed scenery, including cliff tops, rock formations and waterfalls.

Races and entry

  • UTAMiler - 161.5 km, 7,290 m+ elevation, Running Stones 8, age 18+
  • UTA100 - 101 km, 4,400 m+ elevation, Running Stones 6, age 18+
  • UTA50 - 51 km, 2,400 m+ elevation, Running Stones 4, age 18+
  • UTA22 - 22 km, 1,200 m+ elevation, Running Stones 2, age 16+
  • UTA11 - 11.5 km, 731 m+ elevation, start Scenic World, age 12+
  • 1km-4-Kids - 1 km, 25 m+ elevation

Registration notes: several races are listed as complete and on waiting lists. Entry prices shown in the event information are A$1,030 (UTAMiler), A$540 (UTA100), A$360 (UTA50), A$210 (UTA22) and A$130 (UTA11). A My UTMB Account is required to enter. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K UTMB 100M
162 km
Utamiler
101 km
Uta100
51 km
Uta50
22 km
Uta22
12 km
Uta11
1km-4-Kids
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Join a guided stair and trail training run in Katoomba, opposite Scenic World, covering 11 to 25 km. Blue Mountains Fitness and The Body Mechanic lead pace groups for all abilities, aligned with UTA training plans.

Challenge yourself on scenic Blue Mountains single trails and stairs from the Fairmont Resort with 11 km or 16 km options and plenty of climbs and lookouts. The marked, marshalled course has aid stations; runners must carry water and meet c..

Join a coached training run on 15 Feb 2026 at Scenic World Katoomba, featuring 18 to 32 km on mixed Ultra Trail Australia courses with supportive pace groups. Coaches cover gear, nutrition and pacing while shuttles handle logistics.

Join a guided trail training run in Blue Mountains National Park on March 1, 2026, practicing the steep early sections of the Ultra Trail Australia Miler. Pick 18 km or 25 km routes with pace groups, water support and course guidance.