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Whale Rock Trail Run

Name: Whale Rock Trail Run
Start: 2026-03-01
End: 2026-03-01
Location: Pennant Hills

Pennant Hills, Australia • 1 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Whale Rock Trail Run is a community trail running event set in Pennant Hills, NSW. The event base is Ern Holmes Oval, Pennant Hills Park, with trail sections in Lane Cove National Park. The date is 1 March 2026. The event includes an event village with food trucks, live music, retail stalls, and kids activities. Organiser: ACE Events. Sponsors listed include Beecroft Stone Real Estate and Carlingford Active Health.

Races and event inclusions

6.5 km Fun Run (adult and junior categories)
17 km Challenge Run (adult)
Kids Athletics (age groups 3-5 and 6-12)

Race entry includes beginner training plans, a finishers medal for trail distances, a participation certificate for Kids Athletics, winners trophies and spot prizes, professional race photos for purchase, live results, and fully supported aid stations. Aid stations are cupless to protect national parks; participants must carry a hydration pack, bottle, or cup for refills. Medical and safety support is provided on course. There is a Clubs & Schools Challenge with a chance to win a $500 voucher. Fundraising for the Gotcha4Life foundation is encouraged but optional. Free parking is available at the venue. Registration fees vary by category and by early bird, standard, and late entry periods. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Pennant Hills

Race information

Website

17 km

17km Challenge Run

7 km

6.5km Fun Run

Kids Athletics

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

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