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Unreasonable EAST

Name: Unreasonable EAST
Start: 2024-08-20
End: 2024-08-25
Location: Cairns

Cairns, Australia • 20-25 Aug 2024

The Unreasonable EAST 100 & 200 Mile Ultras is an adventurous running event set in Far North Queensland, Australia. Participants can choose between two challenging distances, traversing a stunning course that includes diverse terrains such as beaches, mountains, rainforests, and waterfalls. This event is part of a trilogy that includes the Delirious West and Irrational South, offering runners the chance to complete the TripleCrownunder of 200 Milers over three years.

For those seeking a shorter challenge, the Aussie Thrillogy features 100-mile races at each event. The Unreasonable EAST promises a transformative experience for all participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Cairns

Race information

200 mi

200 Mile Ultra

100 mi

100 Mile Ultra

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

Trail runs nearby

Sunday Aug 23

Kuranda 2 Port Douglas Race (K2PD)

Kuranda

60 km

64 km

A point-to-point trail race from Kuranda to Port Douglas in August, running through rainforest, eucalypt forest and pine plantations. The event is a 64 km solo race or a 64 km team relay for 2 to 4 runners.

Saturday Sep 12

Goldsborough Goldrush

Trail running in Wooroonooran National Park with 5 km, 10 km, a causeway distance and a full Goldrush Marathon along the Goldfields Trail.

Sunday Oct 11

The Turtle and the Lamb

A trail running event at Nodes 5 and 6 in Dinden National Park offering three distances 19 km, 6 km and 3 km across ridges, creek crossings and named climbs. Youth and open entries have set fees and camping is available.

Sat - Sun Oct 24-25

Smurf's Backyard Ultra

Smithfield

Backyard Ultra

7 km

40 km

Smurf's Backyard Ultra is an endurance event in Cairns where runners repeat a 6.7 km loop each hour until one runner remains. A Mini Backyard option limits participants to up to six laps and the weekend includes a social evening with live m..