Queensland
Trail Running Calendar Queensland 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Queensland for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 67 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Queensland below and join the trail community at these great events!
February 2027
A two-distance trail race at Ewen Maddock Dam on 28 February 2027 with professional timing, race photos, a charity BBQ and series points for competitors.
A trail running event at Castle Hill on 28 February 2027 with three marked courses of 4.5 km, 9 km and 11.5 km, technical single track, rock scrambles and on course support including electronic timing and first aid.
March 2027
A backyard ultra at Doug Jennings Park where runners tackle repeated 6.7 km laps each hour on mixed terrain until only one remains; entries capped at 300.
Trail round at Underwood Park offering 12.6 km and 18.5 km courses with timing, race photos, a charity BBQ and a limited edition singlet.
A multi-distance trail running event around Noosa with seven routes from 15 km to 100 km, mandatory gear for ultra distances, checkpoints, aid stations and shuttle transport.
An elimination race on a flat 1.6 km paved loop in Queens Park, Mackay, where lap time limits tighten each circuit and entry fees support MND Queensland.
A 24-hour team trail relay at Redlands Track Park on 27–28 March 2027 where teams and individuals complete repeated 14 km loops across distances from 2 km to 84 km per runner.
Trail running at Wild Horse Mountain on Easter Sunday 2027 with marathon, half marathon, 10 km and a kids fun run across mixed forest and dirt terrain.
April 2027
A backyard ultra on a 3000-acre cattle property near Wallumbilla: repeat 6.71 km loops every hour until only one runner completes a final loop.
Trail races at Alligator Creek in Bowling Green Bay National Park feature creek crossings, undulating trails and a prominent hill. Distances include 6 km, 12 km and 21 km on marked and marshalled courses with timing and on-course support.
A Backyard Ultra on a 6.7 km trail loop at Hold It Flats, Yalboroo offering 1, 12 and 24 lap solo or team relay options with on-site camping and self-sufficient race rules.
A non-competitive, fully supported trek across Magnetic Island on 17 April 2027 offering 12 km, 17 km and 23 km routes with transfers, bag service and a finish-line celebration.
May 2027
A trail event on Hamilton Island featuring a 24 km full course, team relay and three junior distances set on varied fire trails and walking tracks.
A two-day multisport weekend in Finch Hatton with a four-stage 88km multisport race on Saturday and family MINI and MEGA races for juniors on Sunday.
A weekend triathlon festival on Minjerribah with swim, bike and run events across multiple distances for juniors, adults and para athletes.
A last-one-standing Backyard Ultra on a 1600-acre cattle property near Nanango, where runners repeat a 6.706 km loop each hour until one remains.
A multi distance Spartan weekend at Ivory's Rock with new obstacles, a lake crossing, onsite cabins and camping, and an Ultrafecta Patch for Ultra finishers.
A trail race on Magnetic Island on 22 May 2027 featuring technical single track and coastal views. Choose from 7 km, 12 km or 21 km courses that finish at the Arcadia Village Hotel with marshals, aid stations and timing.
A roughly 5 km urban trail along beach sand and dirt track in Port Douglas on 23 May 2027 with participant medals and optional dog medals raising funds for YAPS.