Warburton Trail Run Festival

Warburton, Australia • 7 Mar 2026

Event Overview

The Salomon Warburton Trail Fest is a three-day celebration of the trail and mountain running lifestyle, taking place in the Warburton Valley. The event location is about an hour and a half drive from the Melbourne CBD.

Activities

The festival offers a variety of runs and unique activities. The running events include:

  • 50 km trail ultra marathon (Lumberjack Run)
  • 22 km half marathon (Donna Double), which is part of the Golden Trail National Series
  • 27 km half marathon (Redwoods Rush)
  • 14 km run (Sawmill Grove)
  • 8 km night run (Little Joe's Night Terror)
  • Three separate 4.5 km runs (River Rapid Run)

The event also features off-trail activities such as a lilo (air mattress) derby, a thong (flip-flop) race, a film screening, and seminars. Participants can enter individual events or choose a multi-day entry package.

Location and Accommodation

The event is based at 3455-3457 Warburton Hwy, Warburton VIC. Accommodation in the area is limited for the March long weekend. An official fundraising camp accommodation option is available at the Warburton Primary School oval.

Registration Notes

A non-runner entry is available for access to all off-trail activities. The event has a partnership with a fundraising organization, Great Forest National Park. Participants are eligible for discounts from sponsors like Salomon, Tailwind Nutrition, and T8 Run Gear. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
Ultra Marathon Only (lumberjack Run – 50km)
27 km
Redwoods Rush – 27km
22 km
Donna Double / Gtns – 22km
14 km
Sawmill Grove Run – 14km
8 km
Little Joe’s Night Terror – 8km
8 km
Night Run – 8km
5 km
4.5km River Rapid Run – Sat
5 km
4.5km River Rapid Run – Sun
Lilo Derby – 3km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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