Warburton Trail Run Festival

Warburton, Australia • 7 Mar 2026

Event overview

Salomon Warburton Trail Fest 2026 is a three-day trail and mountain running festival in Warburton, Victoria. It takes place on March 7–9, 2026 at 3455-3457 Warburton Hwy, Warburton VIC 3799. The event is organised by Tour de Trails and includes running events, a night run, a film screening, seminars, and non-runner activities.

Races and formats

Distances and notable formats on the programme include:

  • 50 km Ultra Marathon (Lumberjack Run) - Saturday
  • 27 km Redwoods Rush (Half Marathon) - Saturday
  • 22 km Donna Double / GTNS - Sunday
  • 14 km Sawmill Grove - Sunday
  • 8 km Little Joe's Night Terror (night run) - Sunday
  • 3 km Lilo Derby - Monday
  • 4.5 km River Rapid Run - Saturday and Sunday
  • Three Thong Thang novelty event (Sunday)

Two multiday entry options are offered:

  • Multiday Madness: 50 km + 22 km + 8 km night + Lilo Derby for a total of 80 km.
  • Multiday Magic: 27 km + 14 km + 8 km night + Lilo Derby for a total of 52 km.

Logistics, fees and fundraising

Entry fees vary by event and by registration period. The event lists a refund policy: refunds less an admin fee are available only prior to midnight on February 6; after that date refunds and transfers to future events are not offered, though entries may be transferred to another person. Fundraising activity has raised $514.01 for Great Forest National Park. Accommodation in Warburton is limited; an organised campsite on the Warburton Primary School oval is available. Special participant discounts are listed for select brands. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
27 km
27km Redwood Rush
22 km
14 km
8 km
8km Night Run
5 km
4.5km River Rapid Run
3km Lilo Derby
Three Thong Thang
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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