Tawonga
Trail Running Calendar near Tawonga 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Tawonga for 2026-2027! We've gathered 13 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Kangaroo Hoppet is an annual cross country ski event at Falls Creek held on the third Saturday of August, featuring 42 km, 21 km and 7 km races and drawing over 1000 skiers from Australia and overseas.
October 2026
The opening stage of the Bright Alpine Climb, this 10.5 km trail run ascends 1345 meters up Mount Buffalo via The Big Walk. Starting from Porepunkah, it finishes at the historic Buffalo Chalet with shuttle services provided. A mandatory gear list app..
November 2026
Event Information
The event takes place on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The start and event headquarters are at Tavare Park in Harrietville. The course covers a distance of 12.0 km with an elevation gain of 1650 m.
The Course
Participants start at Tavar..
Event Details
The 4 Peaks Bright Alpine Climb - Mt Hotham event is Day 3 of a multi-day series. It takes place on Monday, November 2, 2026. The start is at Tavare Park in Harrietville, with the finish at Diamantina Hut on Mt Hotham.
Course Informatio..
A 13.5 km alpine climb at Mystic Hill with about 800 m of ascent, a staggered start separating walkers and runners, no on-course aid so participants carry their own supplies, and finish facilities at Nightingale Bros Alpine Produce.
December 2026
Experience a high altitude Last Person Standing event at Falls Creek. Choose from multiple yard options and face the alpine climbs until only one runner remains in this unique mountain endurance challenge.
January 2027
February 2027
Single day 21 km trek to the summit of Mount Bogong with 1,410 m ascent on Staircase Spur and a return via Eskdale Spur, entries capped at 350.
March 2027
Alpine trail races of 62 km, 37 km and 22 km around Harrietville and the Razorback with unmarked courses requiring GPX navigation.
A multi-distance sky and trail running festival in Bright and Mount Buffalo, featuring races from 100 km to a 2 km junior run, held 19 to 21 March 2027.
April 2027
Alpine Challenge in Falls Creek, Victoria on 3 to 4 April 2027 features mountain trail races from 1 km to 160 km with route maps, GPX files and rescue support.
A community 5 km trail run in Falls Creek on 27 April 2027 featuring 151 m of climbing, a varied mountain course around Slalom Plaza, age-group categories from 10 and under to 50 plus, and medals and chocolates at the finish.
May 2027
A mountain running event in Wandiligong, Victoria offering four trail distances up to 26.3 km across steep technical terrain. Courses include major ridge ascents and aid stations, with all profits donated to Wandiligong Primary School.