Untamed Border Run

Event overview

Untamed Border Run takes place on Saturday 20 June 2026 with the event centre at the Killarney Showgrounds on Willow Street, Killarney. Three distances are offered:

• 50 km capped at 98
• 21 km capped at 200
• 10 km capped at 200

Parking is available opposite the showgrounds. Camping at the showgrounds is available for $25 per site per night for up to four people. Other local accommodation options are listed by the organiser.

Course, logistics, safety and facilities

All courses are off road. Start locations are away from Killarney: approximately 20 km for the 50 km, 8 km for the 21 km and 6 km for the 10 km. The 50 km field will be transported to its start by bus included in the entry price; private transport is not permitted for the 50 km. Shuttle buses to the 21 km and 10 km starts are optional and can be prepaid; private transport is permitted for those distances.

Safety and facilities: portable toilets are provided at all start locations. The 50 km course has aid stations at about 14 km, 30 km and 41 km; the 21 km course has an aid station at about 11 km; the 10 km has no aid stations. Competitors on the 50 km must be able to carry at least 2 litres of water. A mandatory equipment list applies and must be carried at all times; required items include a waterproof breathable jacket, warm layers, water carrying capacity, whistle, mobile phone, race number and timing wristband. First aid personnel will be on course and at aid stations. Spectators are not permitted at the 50 km start; they are welcome at 21 km and 10 km start locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.