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GET DOWN ‘N’ DIRTY IN 2024 TOGETHER WITH RACE DIRECTORS AND COURSE ORGANISERS ACROSS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND, TRAIL RUN MAG BRINGS YOU ALL THE VERY BEST FOR 2024! FROM TECHNICAL TERRAIN THAT HAS YOU SLIPPIN’ AND SLIDIN’ TO MOUNTAIN BIKE TRACKS THAT HAVE YOU GUESSING WHAT’S AROUND THE CORNER, 2024 IS GOING TO BE A BIG YEAR IN TRAIL RUNNING AND NOW IS THE TIME TO PLAN FOR IT ALL! SO WHAT BETTER WAY TO PREPARE FOR YOUR NEXT LOT OF RACES THAN BY GOING THROUGH OUR EVENT GUIDE AND GETTING TO ‘CHOOSE YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE’?!
COVER IMAGE: Jason Stafford finished 6th at the 2023 Buffalo Stampede Festival Bright Ultra 100km. In this beautiful moment at the finish line, he is seen here embracing his daughter. Image – Calumn Hockey.
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3 RIDICULOUSLY GOOD REASONS WHY TRAIL RUNNING IS GOOD FOR THE SOUL If you’re reading TRM, then it’s highly likely you’re already feeling the benefits of being outside amongst nature’s escapism. But if you’re new to the sport, and keen to learn of all the benefits, we’ve got you covered – so now there are no excuses as to why you shouldn’t lace up your favourite pair of runners, grab your hydration, and hit the trails!
REASON #1 BODY TRANSFORMATION TO THE MAX Want to pick up your children easier? Have a sedentary job that needs more balance with physicality? Trails are your answer! Because trails are uneven and full of obstacles – think tree roots, pebbles, sand, puddles – your body increases its level of bodily awareness thanks to constant shifting of body weight. Trail running doesn’t allow you to run in a straight line…even if the track is quite direct, you could go right, left, skip over something; it’s essentially an endless adventure where you don’t know what will happen. This means your body is going to go through some major changes to adapt to the sport – cardiovascular stamina will boost your endurance, muscle strength will grow, balance and agility will come in leaps and bounds, and you may even experience some weight loss because of calorie burn.
REASON #2 GOOD FOR BRAIN POWER Ask any experienced trail runner, and they’ll tell you that heading off the beaten track and spending some quality run time in green spaces makes them happy! It can also help push you past limits you never thought you’d be capable of, resulting in some serious mental toughness. Learning to push past barriers of challenging trail conditions like bad weather will help elevate self-esteem and teach you some damn good persistence. You’ll also figure out what ‘runner’s high’ is all about – the rise in endorphins is probably one of the best feelings in the world.
REASON #3 FIND YOUR TRIBE, FIND YOUR PEOPLE Keen to surround yourself with a group of kick-arse people who just give a different vibe to life? Yeah, those people be trail runners. Now, here at Trail Run Mag we’re a bit biased, but trail runners are some of the nicest, kindest, most motivating and inspiring souls on the planet. When you find your tribe, you’ll do everything together and discover that the friendships and bonds you create from your love of adventure are akin to being in a playground – laughter, running around, snacks, and maybe some hydration of the different variety once you’re done racing.
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JANUARY 2024 AUSTRALIA
WA
NSW
7 January WALLYGRUNTA Location: Walyunga National Park Distances: 4.6k, 10.1k, 14.4k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au
21 January KOWEN TRAIL RUN Location: Wamboin Distances: 12k, 21.1k Web: kowen-trail-run.com QLD 6 January HARES AND HOUNDS TRAIL RUN Location: Beerburrum Distances: 10k, 25k, 50k, Relay Web: aaaracing.com.au 28 January TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN RELAYS Location: Tamborine Mountain Distances: 42k Web: tmrelay.com SA 14 January ATR SUMMER SERIES Location: Belair National Park Distances: Up to 22k Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au
21 January SLY FOX Location: Jarrahdale Distances: 5.3k, 9.9k, 15.1k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au NEW ZEALAND 13 January AOTEAROA ULTRA Location: Christchurch Distances: 15k, 53k, 101k Web: raceroster.com 13 January IAN PRIEST MEMORIAL HUTT Location: Hutt Valley Distances: 10k, 21.1k, 42.2k, 60k Web: sporty.co.nz
VIC
18 January REVENANT ULTRA RUN Location: Southland/Otago Distances: 200k Web: revenant.co.nz
6 January PORTSEA TWILIGHT Location: Portsea Distances: 5.5k, 9.5k Web: solemotive.com
20 January FIRST LIGHT MARATHON Location: Tairāwhiti Gisborne Distances: 21.1k, 42.2k Web: first-light-marathon.com
14 January TWO BAYS TRAIL RUN Location: Melbourne Distances: 28k, 56k Web: twobaystrailrun.com
20 January GLENHAM TRAINWRECK TRAIL Location: Glenham, Southland Distances: 10k, 15k, 21k Web: glenhamtrainwreck.wixsite.com
19 January PORTSEA BAY TO SURF RUN Location: Point Nepean NP to Portsea Distances: 4.5k, 9k Web: portseasurf.com.au
20 January HOMESTEAD & STAMPEDE Location: Hanmer Springs Distances: 21k, 50k Web: stjamesmountainsports.co.nz 20 January PRESSIO MT FESTIVAL HALF Location: Pilot Bay, Mt Maunganui Distances: 5k, 10k, 21k Web: mountafestival.kiwi
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20 January THE GOAT ADVENTURE RUN Location: Tongariro National Park Distances: 20k Web: thegoat.co.nz 27 January MAVORA EXPLORER Location: Mavora Lakes, Te Anau Basin Distances: 6k, 12k, 21k Web: Facebook 27 January JUMBO-HOLDSWORTH TRAIL RACE Location: Masterton Distances: 12k, 24k Web: jumbo-holdsworth.co.nz 28 January VINE RUN Location: North Canterbury Distances: 6k, 10k, Half Web: vinerun.co.nz FEBRUARY 2024 AUSTRALIA NSW 4 February WENWORTH FALLS TRAIL RUN Location: Leura Distances: 11k, 16k Web: runningwildnsw.com 24 February TRAIL RUN AUSTRALIA SNOWY MOUNTAINS Location: Crackenback Distances: 5k, 11k, Half, Marathon, 30k, 50k Web: trailrunaustralia.com.au 25 February MT PORTAL TRAIL RUN Location: Glenbrook Distances: 11k, 17.5k Web: runningwildnsw.com QLD 3 February BEERWAH AT NIGHT Location: Sunshine Coast Distances: 42.2k Web: runqld.com.au
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4 February THE GO FIGURE Location: D’Aguilar National Park Distances: 15k, 26, 43k, 86k Web: aaaracing.com.au
25 February CASTLE HILL TRAIL RUN Location: Castle Hill Distances: 3k, 7k, 10k Web: outerlimitsadventure.com.au
4 February BUNYAVILLE REGIONAL PARK Location: Bunya Distances: 8.6k, 15.7k Web: seqtrailrunningseries.com.au
SA
3 February CRADLE MOUNTAIN RUN Location: Cradle Mountain Distances: 80k Web: cradlemtnrun.asn.au
10 February ROBE RUN Location: Robe Distances: 5k, 14k, Half, Marathon Web: roberun.com.au
18 February KUNANYI SUNRISE & RICHEA RIDGE Location: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Distances: 7.5k, 13.5k Web: kunanyitrailseries.com.au
25 February ATR SUMMER SERIES Location: Clarendon Distances: Up to 22k Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au
VIC
18 February HINZE DAM Location: Advancetown Lake Distances: 11k, 17.2k Web: seqtrailrunningseries.com.au 24 February WILDHORSE AT NIGHT Location: Wildhorse Mountain Distances: 10k, 16.5k, 25k, 50k Web: aaaracing.com.au
TAS
2 February MARIBYRNONG VALLEY PARK BACKYARD Location: Maribyrnong Valley Distances: Last One Standing Web: trailsplus.com.au
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4 February KILCUNDA HALF MARATHON Location: Kilcunda Distances: 5k, 10k, 17, 21k Web: runningwild.net.au
24 February SANDMAN 50 Location: Dunsborough Distances: 50k Web: fixedstars.com.au
24 February OLD GHOST ULTRA Location: West Coast Distances: 85k Web: oldghostultra.com
16 February OSCARS100 HUT 2 HUT Location: Mt Buller Alpine Village Distances: 100k Web: hut2hut.oscars100.com.au
25 February SWISSMURDIE Location: Mundy Regional Park Distances: 6.1k, 9.1k, 15.1k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au
24 February CARGO PLUS COASTAL CHALLENGE Location: Auckland Distances: 6k, 11k, 17k, 22k, 33k Web: coastalchallenge.co.nz
17 February THE ARCHIE 50 Location: Mt Buller Alpine Village Distances: 50k Web: hut2hut.oscars100.com.au
NEW ZEALAND
23 February – 2 March GOLDFIELDS CAVALCADE Location: Waikaia Options: Wagons, Horse Riders, Walkers Web: cavalcade.co.nz
18 February THE BELLA 10 Location: Mount Buller Alpine Village Distances: 10k Web: hut2hut.oscars100.com.au 18 February UPPER BEACONSFIELD TOWER RUN Location: Upper Beaconsfield Distances: 6.5k, 13k Web: ubvillagefest.org.au 24 February THE AUSTRALIAN GRAND TRAVERSE Location: Falls Creek to Mt Hotham Distances: 30k Web: peakadventure.com.au/agt
3 February TUSSOCK TRAVERSE Location: Tongariro National Park Distances: 6k, 12k, 21k, 32k Web: tussocktraverse.co.nz 9 February COAST TO COAST MOUNTAIN RUN Location: Aickens, Canterbury Distances: 30.5k Web: coasttocoast.co.nz 10 February MLT MOONSHINE TRAIL Location: Dolamore Park, Gore Distances: 2k, 5k, 15k Web: moonshinetrail.co.nz
WA
10 February PIGS BACKYARD ULTRA Location: Dunedin Distances: Last One Standing Web: pigsbackyardultra.com
7 February DELIRIOUS WEST Location: South West WA Distances: 100mi, 200mi Web: deliriouswest200miler.com.au
17 February TARAWERA ULTRA Location: Rotorua Distances: 21.1k, 50k, 102k, 100mi Web: taraweraultra.co.nz
11 February JOHN FORREST TRAIL RUN Location: Hovea Distances: 5k, 13k Web: wamc.org.au
17 February SHOTOVER MOONLIGHT MOUNTAIN Location: Queenstown Distances: 10k, 21.1k, 30k, 42.2k, 56k Web: shotovermoonlight.co.nz
11 February QI GONG Location: Wungong Regional Park Distances: 5.2k, 10.5k, 13.7k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au
18-24 February SOUTHERN LAKES ULTRA Location: Queenstown Distances: 260k, 8000m elevation (approx) Web: southernlakesultra.com
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24 February XTERRA WELLINGTON FESTIVAL Location: Paekakariki Distances: 6k, 14k, 21.1k Web: xterrawellingtonfestival.co.nz MARCH 2024 AUSTRALIA NSW 1-3 March OXFAM TRAILWALKER Location: Melbourne Distances: 33k, 55k, 200k Web: trailwalker.oxfam.org.au 9 March SIX FOOT TRACK MARATHON Location: Katoomba Distances: 45k Web: sixfoot.com 15 March AUSTRALIAN ALPINE ASCENT Location: Kosciuszko National Park Distances: 25k, 59k, 80k Web: australianalpineascent.au 24 March WASHPOOL WORLD HERITAGE TRAIL Location: Gibraltar Range National Park Distances: 9k, 25k, 50k Web: coffstrailrunners.com
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MOTATAPU SOUTHERN LAKES REGION, NEW ZEALAND A TRAIL RUNNING GEM IN NEW ZEALAND’S SOUTHERN LAKES REGION The Motatapu event is nothing short of iconic, and it’s easy to see why it’s a must for any trail running enthusiast’s bucket list. With various race options, it offers an unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most captivating settings. The 42km Trail Marathon provides exclusive access to the Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe Stations between Wānaka and Arrowtown. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to traverse the stunning high country terrain that defines this region. With numerous river crossings, challenging hills and personal triumphs, this course delivers on adventure. The views of the southern high country are simply spectacular and worth every step. For the most dedicated runners seeking an ultimate challenge, the 52km Ultra Run is a gruelling but rewarding choice. This course navigates the rugged ridges of the Harris Mountain Range between Wānaka and Arrowtown. With 52km of exposed, physically demanding back-country terrain, it’s an adventure not for the faint-hearted. If you’re new to trail running and seeking an introduction, the UDC Finance 15km Miners Trail is perfect. This picturesque loop begins in historic Arrowtown, ascending the historic Tobin’s Track onto the Crown Terrace before immersing you in the splendour of Glencoe Station. The Motatapu is renowned for its camaraderie and laid-back southern vibe, drawing adventure enthusiasts from near and far. For those who prefer exploring the area on two wheels, the event also offers two Mountain Bike options. Whether you’re a seasoned runner seeking an epic challenge or a newcomer eager to explore the beauty of New Zealand’s Southern Lakes, Motatapu offers something for everyone. Get your entry in today, as this event has a tendency to sell out quickly. EVENT Motatapu WHEN 2 March 2024 DISTANCE 52k, 42k, 15k, 4k Junior EXTRAS 47k, 56k Mountain Bike Options WHERE Wānaka, Arrowtown, Southern Lakes Region, NZ MORE motatapu.com REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 23 FEBRUARY (UNLESS SOLD OUT PRIOR)
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QLD 3 March EWEN MADDOCK DAM Location: Sunshine Coast Distances: 8.2k, 14.6k Web: seqtrailrunningseries.com.au 10 March WALKABOUT CREEK TRAILS RACE Location: The Gap Distances: 9.5k Web: traq.org.au
23 March NOOSA ULTRA-TRAIL Location: Cooroy Distances: 15k, 25k, 30k, 50k, 80k, 100k Web: noosaultratrail.com.au 23 March YANDINA FIVE ‘O’ TRAIL RUN Location: Yandina Distances: 12k, 21k, 36k, 50k Web: runqld.com.au
17 March DAISY HILL Location: Priestdale Distances: 14.2k, 19.9k Web: seqtrailrunningseries.com.au
24 March TOP OF THE RANGE ADVENTURE TRAIL RUN Location: Toowoomba Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 10k, 15k Web: ontheedgeevents.com.au
17 March COOMBABAH TRAIL RUN Location: Gold Coast Distances: 5k, 12k Web: coombabahtrailrun.com
24 March GO WEST Location: Purga Distances: 5k, 10k, Half, 30k, Marathon Web: aaaracing.com.au
30 March WILD HORSE CRITERIUM Location: Glasshouse Mountains Distances: Up to 53.5k Web: aaaracing.com.au SA 2 March BELAIR MARATHON Location: Belair National Park Distances: Up to 50k Web: belairmarathon.com.au 17 March ATR SUMMER SERIES Location: Cleland Conservation Park Distances: Up to 22k Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au 24 March CONQUER THE SUMMIT Location: Mt Barker Distances: 5k, 10k, 20k Web: conquerthesummit.org.au
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BUFFALO STAMPEDE FESTIVAL BRIGHT, MOUNT BUFFALO, VIC, AUSTRALIA Ten years, 10 races and thousands of enduring stories from trail runners all over. The draw of the Victorian High Country, the home of Australian trail running – Bright, situated at the foothills of Mount Buffalo, is a town equally famous for its hills and amazing landscapes as it is for its bars, restaurants, vibrant community and trail culture. The new year of 2024 will birth a new era in the Buffalo Stampede Festival. The event trailhead and heart will be situated at The Pavillion, a new venue to accommodate the sharp growth in the Stampede community; a venue and space you could risk thinking is purpose-built for the Buffalo Stampede for infinity and beyond. The event’s courses will have all the same elements of the previous two years, with slight perfections put in place to suit the new venue and enhance a runner’s experience. The Bright Ultra, the crown jewel of 100km trail running in the country, will see runners summit the highest peak of Mount Buffalo, The Horn, at 1723m. Then returning to Bright via a different route on constantly changing terrain that demands a complete skillset and gives the ultimate reward. The SkyMarathon is the ultimate puzzle to crack with 10km of gorgeous rolling single track on the Mount Buffalo plateau followed by a 10km downhill on the Big Walk. The second half has two climbs, with the first being gradual over the winding dirt track through the luscious bush of Keatings Ridge. Then up the relentless Dingo Ridge to Clearspot where you can finally say ‘It's all downhill from here!’. Some will fly, some will stumble their way to back to the Finish. Can you crack the code and complete this epic mountain marathon? The Bright Ultra Team Relay redefines teams sports. Relay with your friends to conquer this epic journey split into four legs. The HARDEST – Bright to Eurobin: the most climbing and also the furthest. The UPHILL – Eurobin to Cresta Outbound: The Big Walk, the biggest climb on course. The TECHNICAL – Cresta to Eurobin: a downhill leg that also summits the Horn at 1723m+. And the LATE SHIFT – Eurobin to the Finish: the runner likely needs good experience in the dark and a stern resolve. Truly something for everyone, so find your epic and run with nature at the Buffalo Stampede 2024.
EVENT Buffalo Stampede Festival WHEN 22-24 March 2024 DISTANCE 100km, 42km, 20km, 10km EVEN MORE Grand Slam 152km, Grand Slam 72km TEAM WORK Relay 100km, Family 5km, Junior 2km WHERE Bright, Mount Buffalo, Victoria, Australia MORE buffalo stampede.com.au
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WA
2 March GONE NUTS 101 ADVENTURE Location: The Nut, Stanley Distances: 25k, 50k, 75k, 101k Web: gonenuts.com.au
2 March LARK HILL PARTY ULTRA Location: Port Kennedy Distances: 10k, 25k, 50k, 100k Web: wtfultra.com
22 March KUNANYI MOUNTAIN RUN Location: Hobart Distances: 9k, 25k, 67k Web: kunanyimountain.run
15 March HERDY’S FRONTYARD ULTRA Location: Herdsman Distances: Last One Standing Web: herdysfrontyard.com.au
VIC
22 March COLLIE TRAIL RUN FEST Location: Collie Distances: Up to 42.2k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au
2 March BAW BAW SNOW GUM RUN Location: Mt Baw Baw Resort Distances: Up to 44k Web: runningwild.net.au
NEW ZEALAND
9 March MIRRIM WURNIT BACK PADDOCK Location: Romsey Distances: Backyard Ultra Silver Ticket/LOS Web: Facebook
2 March MOTATAPU Location: Southern Lakes Region Distances: 4k Junior, 15k, 42k, 52k Web: motatapu.com
9 March WARBURTON TRAIL RUN FESTIVAL Location: Warburton Distances: Up to 50k Web: warburtontrailfest.com
3 March ROTORUA OFF ROAD TRAIL RUN Location: Rotorua Distances: 5k, 10k, 21.1k Web: eventpromotions.co.nz
16 March KANGAROOBIE KLASSIC Location: Princetown Distances: Kids 2.5k, 7k Web: kangaroobieklassic.com.au 16 March RAZORBACK RUN Location: Alpine National Park Distances: 22k, 40k, 64k, 85k Web: runningwild.net.au 22-24 March BUFFALO STAMPEDE FESTIVAL Location: Bright Distances: 10k, 20k, 42k, 100k, 72k Stage, 152k Stage Web: buffalostampede.com.au 24 March AKD SOFTWOODS OTWAY TRAIL RUN Location: Barongarook to Gellibrand Distances: 7k, 16k Web: otwaytrailrun.wixsite.com
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3 March FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND Location: Foxton Distances: 5k, 10k, Half Web: foxtonlions.co.nz 9 March TARARUA MOUNTAIN RACE Location: Tararua Ranges Distances: 34.5k Web: tmr.org.nz 10 March KAIAPOI FUN RUN & WALK Location: Canterbury Distances: 5k, 10k Web: Facebook 16 March BOMBAY FARM RUN Location: Auckland Distances: 5k, 10k Web: bombaycomgroup.wixsite.com
16 March PAUANUI HALF MARATHON Location: Coromandel Distances: 4.5k, 10k, Half Web: pauanuihalfmarathon.co.nz 16 March NORTHPOWER WILD KIWI TRAIL RUN Location: Whangarei Distances: 3k, 8k, 15k, 21.1k Web: thewildkiwi.co.nz 17 March 3 PEAKS MOUNTAIN RACE Location: Dunedin Distances: 11k, 26k, 55k Web: 3peaksmountainrace.com 23 March ALPINE LODGE LOOP THE LAKE Location: Nelson Lakes Distances: 25k Web: nelsonevents.co.nz 23-24 March OXFAM TRAILWALKER Location: Plymouth Distances: Various Web: oxfamtrailwalker.org.nz 23 March FOUNDATION CLINIC MAUAO HALF Location: Mount Maunganui Distances: Half Web: mauaohalfmarathon.co.nz 23-24 March NORTHBURN 100 Location: Central Otago Distances: Up to 100mi Web: northburn100.co.nz 23 March MIDDLE-EARTH HALFLING MARATHON Location: Matamata Distances: 11.1k, 21.1k Web: hobbitontours.com 23 March RIVERHEAD BACKYARD RELAPS ULTRA Location: Auckland Distances: Last One Standing Web: lacticturkey.co.nz 29 March GREAT NORTHERN GALLOP Location: Far North Distances: 25k per day (100k total) Web: borntorunadventureracing.org
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APRIL 2024 AUSTRALIA NSW 5 April LITHGOW RIDGY-DIDGE TRAIL RUN Location: Lithgow Distances: Up to 50k Web: bluemountainsfitness.com.au 6 April JABULANI CHALLENGE Location: North Sydney Distances: 12k, 22, 45k Web: jabulanichallenge.com.au 7 April MT SOLITARY ULTRA Location: Wentworth Falls Distances: 45k Web: runningwildnsw.com
28 April BOTTLEBUTT BASH TRAIL RUN Location: Herons Creek Distances: 10k, Half, Marathon Web: bottlebuttbashtrailrun.com.au QLD 14 April ELLIOT’S REVENGE RUN Location: Alligator Creek, Townsville Distances: 6k, 12k, Half Web: outerlimitsadventure.com.au 22 April THE KOKODA CHALLENGE Location: Sunshine Coast Distances: 18k, 30k, 48k Web: kokodachallenge.com 28 April (TBC) BRISBANE TRAIL MARATHON Location: The Gap Distances: 25.8k, Marathon Web: traq.org.au
SA 6 April SANDY RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Largs Bay Distances: 5k, 10k, 35k, 68k Web: sandyrunningfestival.com.au 21 April PUNKT ZU PUNKT Location: Barossa Valley Distances: 9k, 19k, 33k Web: punktzupunkt.com.au VIC 26 April DOWN UNDER 135 Location: Bacchus Marsh Distances: 220k Web: downunder135.com
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26 April THE GREAT AUSSIE HIKE Location: Blackwood to Daylesford Distances: 30k, 50k, 80k, 100k Web: greataussiehike.com.au 27 April RUN THE ROCK Location: Hanging Rock Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 13.5k, 22k Web: solemotive.com WA 7 April RUNNINGWORKS 3 VALLEYS ALTRA Location: Orange Grove Distances: 10k, 25k, 50k Web: squashworks.com.au 27 April LIGHT HORSE ULTRA Location: Woodvale Distances: 1hr, 3hr, 6hr, 12hr, 24hr Web: lighthorseultra.com.au
NEW ZEALAND 6 April MT OXFORD ODYSSEY Location: Canterbury Distances: 15k, Half, 32k, 50k Web: mtoxfordodyssey.co.nz 6 April THE DUAL Location: Auckland Distances: 6k, 11k, 21, 42k Web: thedual.co.nz 6 April XTERRA ROTORUA FESTIVAL Location: Rotorua Distances: 5.5k, 11k, Half Web: xterra.co.nz 7 April PORIRUA GRAND TRAVERSE Location: Porirua Distances: 9k, 18k Web: poriruagrandtraverse.co.nz
14 April WAITARERE FOREST RUN Location: Waitarere Distances: 2k, 5k, 10k, 21.1k Web: waitarereforestrun.co.nz 20 April FAULTLINE ULTRA Location: Wellington Distances: 5k, 10k, 24k, 50k, 100k, 100mi Web: faultlineultra.co.nz 20 April ROUTEBURN CLASSIC Location: Soutland/Otago Distances: 32k Web: routeburnclassic.co.nz 26 April OLD FOREST HANMER 100 Location: Hanmer Distances: Up to 100mi Web: stjamesmountainsports.co.nz
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26 April TAUPO TRAIL FESTIVAL Location: Taupo Distances: 5k, 12k, 21.1k Web: taupotrailfestival.co.nz
16 May ULTRA-TRAIL AUSTRALIA Location: Katoomba Distances: 11k, 22k, 50k, 100k Web: ultratrailaustralia.com.au
5 May SCENIC RIM TRAIL SERIES: RACE 1 Location: Kooralbyn Valley Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 9k, 14k Web: ontheedgeevents.com.au
27 April SKEDADDLE TRAIL RUN Location: North Canterbury Distances: Kids 4k, 15k, 30k, 42k Web: skedaddle.co.nz
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5 May HAMILTON ISLAND HILLY HALF Location: Hamilton Island Distances: Half Web: hamiltonisland.com.au
MAY 2024
17 May WEST MACS MONSTER Location: Larapinta Trail Distances: Up to 231k Web: westmacsmonster.com.au
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QLD
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4 May DEAD COW GULLY BACKYARD ULTRA Location: Runnymede Distances: LOS Web: deadcowgully.com.au
4 May BYRON COAST CHARITY WALK Location: Byron Bay Distances: 12k, 24k, 36k Web: events.rescuehelicopter.com.au
4 May THE D’AGUILAR 2 UPS Location: D’Aguilar National Park Distances: 13k, Half, Marathon Web: aaaracing.com.au 5 May TRR MURPHYS CREEK CHALLENGE Location: Murphys Creek Distances: 7k, 14k, Half, Marathon Web: trr.org.au
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5 May YARRABILBA TRAIL FEST Location: Yarrabilba Distances: 5.1k, 11.4k, 18.2k Web: yarrabilbatrailfest.com.au 12 May SPRINGSURE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE Location: Central Highlands Distances: 17k, 27k Web: Facebook 18 May MOJO ADVENTURE RUN Location: Pechey Distances: Kids 3k, 5k, 10k, 21k Web: Facebook 19 May THE GLASSHOUSE 50 Location: Beerburrum Distances: 10k, 30k, 50k, 50mi Web: aaaracing.com.au 25 May THE TWO BAYS TRAIL RUN Location: Magnetic Island, Townsville Distances: 6k, 12k, 21k Web: outerlimitsadventure.com.au 25 May WARWICK PENTATH-RUN Location: Warwick Distances: Up to 21k Web: pentathrun.com 26 May SCENIC RIM TRAIL SERIES: RACE 2 Location: Wyaralong Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 9k, 14k Web: ontheedgeevents.com.au
SA 5 May FIVE PEAKS TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Athelstone to Belair NP Distances: 10k, 16k, 26k, 42k, 58k Web: trailrunningsa.com 8 May IRRATIONAL SOUTH Location: Flinders Ranges Distances: 100mi, 200mi Web: irrationalsouth200miler.com.au 10 May ATR LOSER Location: Moana Beach Distances: Up to 100mi and LOS Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au 17 May NO TIME TO DIE FRONTYARD ULTRA Location: Adelaide Eastside Distances: LOS Web: nttdfrontyard.com.au 25 May MELROSE RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Melrose Distances: 15k, 32k, 50k Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au TAS 5 May ORGAN PIPES CLASSIC Location: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Distances: 5k, 13k Web: kunanyitrailseries.com.au VIC
26 May PINNACLES CLASSIC Location: Brookfield Distances: 18k Web: traq.org.au
5 May WILSONS PROM 100 Location: Wilson’s Promontory NP Distances: 27k, 47k, 66k, 80, 100k Web: runningwild.net.au
26 May THE DOUGLAS DASH Location: Port Douglas Distances: 5k Web: dynamicrunning.com.au
5 May DARBY RIVER HALF MARATHON Location: Wilson’s Promontory NP Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 10k, Half Web: runningwild.net.au
11 May KANGAROOBIE BASE CAMP ULTRA RELAY Location: Princetown Distances: 216k Team Relay Web: kangaroobiebasecamp.com 12 May MANSFIELD MARATHON Location: Mansfield Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 10k, Half, Marathon Web: mansfieldmarathon.com.au 18 May MT BEAUTY RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Mt Beauty Distances: 3k, 10k, 14k Web: hoppet.com.au 18 May GREAT OCEAN ROAD RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Apollo Bay Distances: Up to 60k Web: greatoceanroadrunfest.com.au 24 May COASTREK MORNINGTON PENINSULA Location: Cape Schanck to Point Nepean Distances: 20k, 30k, 50k Web: coastrek.com.au 26 May RUN THE GAP Location: Grampians Distances: 6k, 12k, Half Web: runthegap.com.au WA 11 May MARGARET RIVER ULTRA MARATHON Location: Hamelin Bay to Wilyabrup Distances: 80k Web: margaretriver.rapidascent.com.au 26 May SNAKES N LADDERS Location: Serpentine National Park Distances: 5.8k, 12k, 15.1k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au NEW ZEALAND 3 May ROTORUA MARATHON Location: Rotorua Distances: 5.5k, 10k, 21.1k, 42.2k Web: rotoruamarathon.co.nz
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4 May T42 CENTRAL PLATEAU TRAIL RUN Location: North Island Distances: 6k, 11k, 24k, 42.2k Web: t42.co.nz
25 May THE BAY TRAIL RUN Location: Nelson Distances: 10k, 24k, 34k, 55k Web: Facebook
15 June GLOW WORM TUNNEL MARATHON Location: Newnes Distances: 6k, 30k, Half, 43k Web: glowwormtrail.com
11 May SAINT CLAIR VINEYARD HALF Location: Marlborough Distances: 12k, Half Web: vineyardhalf.com
26 May RUN AUCKLAND Location: Ambury Regional Park Distances: Kids 2.5k, 5k, 10k Web: runauckland.co.nz
16 June COFFS BACKYARD ULTRA Location: Coffs Harbour Distances: Last One Standing Web: coffstrailrunners.com
11 May SOUTH ISLAND ULTRA MARATHON Location: Greymouth to Hokitika Distances: 24k, 54k, 100k Web: Facebook
JUNE 2024
16 June KOWEN WINTER TRAILS Location: Wamboin Distances: 12k, Half, Marathon Web: kowen-trail-run.com
19 May MACPAC XTERRA AUCKLAND Location: Totara Park Distances: 6.7k, 10.5k, 16.8, 20.7k Web: trailrun.co.nz
AUSTRALIA NSW 9 June WHARF TO WHARF CHALLENGE Location: Merimbula Distances: 28k Web: sapphirecoastguidingco.com.au
29 June KING OF THE MOUNTAIN Location: West Wallsend Distances: 25k Web: newcastlecrosscountry.org.au
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QLD 3 June THE KOKODA CHALLENGE Location: Brisbane Distances: 18k, 30k, 48k Web: thekokodachallenge.com 9 June IN THE RAW TRAIL RUN Location: Gold Coast Distances: 15k, 25k Web: intherawtrailrun.com.au 9 June SUREFOOT TRAIL RACE Location: Mt Coot-tha Distances: 21k Web: runvault.com.au 16 June GREAT WHITEHAVEN BEACH RUN Location: Whitsunday Island Distances: Up to Half Web: hamiltonisland.com.au 21 June BVRT 100S Location: Brassall Distances: Up to 200mi Web: aaaracing.com.au 22-23 June WONDAI COUNTRY RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Wondai Distances: 1k, 2k, 10k, 11.1k, Half, Marathon Web: wondaicountryfestival.com.au 22 June UNTAMED BORDER RUN Location: Killarney Distances: 10k, 21k, 50k Web: untamedborderrun.com 23 June ROCK ‘N REEF BOWEN TRAIL RUN Location: Bowen, Whitsundays Distances: 6k, 10k, 18k Web: outerlimitsadventure.com 27-30 June TRAIL & SAIL GETAWAY Location: Airlie Beach & Whitsunday Islands Distances: Various Web: outerlimitsadventure.com
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28-30 June BRISBANE TRAIL ULTRA Location: Brisbane Distances: 10k, 20k, 31.1k, 60k, 110k, 100mi Web: brisbanetrailultra.earth 28-30 June 3 MARATHONS IN 3 DAYS Location: Kuranda Distances: Daily Marathon Web: 3marathonsin3days.com SA 2 June ON THE TRAILS SERIES RACE 1 Location: Kuitpo Forest Distances: TBC Web: trailrunningsa.com 23 June MYPONGA LOOP Location: Myponga Distances: Kids Dash, 7k, 19k Web: mypongaloop.com.au 30 June ATR WINTER RUN Location: Norton Summit Distances: Up to 27k Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au WA 9 June EAGLE AND CHILD TRAIL RUN Location: John Forrest NP Distances: 5.5k, 13.3k, 20.6k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au 16 June KUNUNURRA HALF MARATHON Location: Kununurra Distances: 21.1k Web: knxrun.com.au 22 June TRANSCEND ULTRA Location: Walyunga National Park Distances: Kids Dash, 6k, 40k, 65k Web: transcendtrails.com 23 June KING OF THE MOUNTAIN Location: Helena Valley Distances: 16.1k Web: wamc.org.au
30 June JOLLY JUMBUCK TRAIL RUN Location: Bells Rapids Distances: 6.2k, 14.2k, 20.5k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au NEW ZEALAND 2 June (TBC) HABIT HEALTH KAITERITERI GOLD Location: Kaiteriteri Distances: 3k, 8k, 16k Web: kaiteriterigold.org 8 June MOUNT DIFFICULTY ASCENT Location: Bannockburn, near Cromwell Distances: 25k, 44k Web: highlandevents.co.nz 8 June RUSTIC RUN AND WALK Location: Bannockburn, near Cromwell Distances: 21.1k, 42.2k Web: highlandevents.co.nz 9 June MACPAC XTERRA AUCKLAND Location: Hunua Ranges Distances: 6.3k, 13.5k, 19.4k, 24.2k Web: trailrun.co.nz 16 June RUN AUCKLAND Location: Onepoto Domain Distances: Kids 2.5k, 5, 10k Web: runauckland.co.nz 23 June MACPAC XTERRA AUCKLAND Location: Waitawa Regional Park Distances: 7.4k, 11.7k, 17.3, 21.5k Web: trailrun.co.nz JULY 2024 AUSTRALIA NSW 6 July LAKES TRAIL FESTIVAL Location: Hawks Nest Distances: Kids 1k, 12k, 30k, 50k, 70k, 100k Web: lakes100.com.au
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13 July RAFFERTYS COASTAL RUN Location: Lake Macquarie Distances: Kids 1k, 12k, 22k, 36k Web: raffertyscoastalrun.com.au
13 July THE KOKODA CHALLENGE Location: Gold Coast Distances: 30k, 48k, 96k Web: thekokodachallenge.com
27 July FLINDERS TOUR Location: Beerburrum Distances: 12k, 25k, 52k Web: aaaracing.com.au
19 July ELEPHANT TRAIL RACE Location: Port Macquarie Distances: Up to 100mi Web: elephanttrailrace.com.au
14 July SCENIC RIM TRAIL SERIES: RACE 3 Location: Peak Crossing Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 8k, 15k Web: ontheedgeevents.com.au
28 July BEACHRUNS@MISSION Location: South Mission Beach Distances: Kids 1k, 5k, 10k, 21.1k, 20k Relay Web: ccmclub.org.au
28 July MAD MAX MARATHON Location: Broken Hill Distances: Up to Marathon Web: madmaxmarathon.com.au
14 July BILLY IN MOGGILL TRAIL RACE Location: Moggill Conservation Park Distances: 12k Web: runvault.com.au
28 July KING OF THE MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL Location: Pomona Distances: 5.5k Web: kingofthemountain.com.au
QLD
20 July THE GUZZLER & THE GLASS HALF FULL Location: Brisbane Distances: 10k, 21k, 52k, 105k Web: theguzzlerultra.com.au
28 July PRINCE & PRINCESS OF THE MONTAIN Location: Pomona Distances: Kids 2.8k Web: kingofthemountain.com.au
7 July FOOTMOTION NOOSA FUN RUN Location: Noosa Distances: 5k, 10k Web: cooroymountainrun.blog
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MT OXFORD ODYSSEY OXFORD, NEW ZEALAND The Mt Oxford Odyssey is one of New Zealand’s most iconic mountain running events, based only an hour from Christchurch in the Mt Oxford Conservation Area. The event is renowned as being challenging, set amongst the foothills of the Southern Alps in the South Island. What sets this event apart is the atmosphere. The Mt Oxford Odyssey has a reputation as being supportive and fun – where everyone is welcome to challenge themselves against the mountain, and where the team will be waiting for you with open arms and an epic medal! The event has a new race distance in 2024 with the introduction of the 50km Ultramarathon. The course takes runners on a journey over two mountains, and includes some incredible single track running amongst Canterbury’s native beech forest. With around 2250m elevation gain in the 50km course, the ultra is challenging but achievable for those wanting to do a mountain ultra this autumn. The 33km race takes runners over Mt Oxford, allowing incredible views across the Canterbury plains all the way to the South Pacific Ocean. Runners will then drop down into the backcountry and explore the single tracks, creek crossings and native bush on their way back to the finish line. The classic Half Marathon distance is open to runners and trampers and is a loop course up and over Mt Oxford. The descent sees competitors head through the iconic ‘goblin forest’ before taking the undulating tracks along the base of the mountain back to the finish. The 15km run or tramp is situated on the trails at the base of Mt Oxford. Competitors enjoy technical trails through stunning native beech forest, with a few creek crossings thrown in for the fun-factor. It’s ideal for those not wanting to head up the mountain, but who still wants to enjoy trail running in this epic location. The Mt Oxford Odyssey is the perfect mix of trail running and mountain fun. With safety at the forefront, competitors can enjoy their time on the trails knowing they are in the safe hands of mountain experts while out achieving their goals. EVENT Mt Oxford Odyssey WHEN 6 April 2024 DISTANCE 50km, 33km, 21km, 15km WHERE Oxford, New Zealand MORE mtoxfordodyssey.co.nz
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28 July RAINBOW BEACH TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Rainbow Beach Distances: 11k, 21.1k, 42.2k Web: runqld.com.au SA 6 July ULTRA ADELAIDE Location: Adelaide Distances: 10k, 21k, 34k, 50k, 100k Web: ultraadelaide.com.au 7 July ON THE TRAILS SERIES RACE 2 Location: Mt Misery Distances: TBC Web: trailrunningsa.com 27 July CLARE VALLEY TRAIL RUN Location: Clare Distances: 19k, 37k, 50k Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au WA 14 July BROOME MARATHON Location: Cable Beach Distances: 10.k, Half, Marathon Web: broomemarathon.com.au 14 July GOLDFIELDS PIPELINE MARATHON Location: Kalgoorlie Distances: 10k, 21.1k, 42.2k, 50k Web: goldfieldspipelinemarathon.com 20 July YABEROO TRAIL RUN Location: Joondalup Distances: 5k, 10k, 15k, 25k, 50k Web: yaberootrailultra.com.au 28 July TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES TRAIL RUN Location: Serpentine Falls Distances: 4.9k, 10.1k, 24.6k, 50k Web: perthtrailseries.com.au
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NEW ZEALAND 7 July RUN AUCKLAND Location: Te Atatu Peninsula Distances: Kids 2.5k, 5k, 10k Web: runauckland.co.nz 13 July WUU2K MARATHON & ULTRA Location: Khandallah Park, Wellington Distances: 21k, 43k, 62k Web: wuu2k.co.nz 21 July MACPAC XTERRA AUCKLAND Location: Waiuku Forest Distances: 8k, 12k, 19k, 22.6k Web: trailrun.co.nz 28 July RUN AUCKLAND Location: Western Springs Distances: Kids 2.5k, 5, 10k Web: runauckland.co.nz AUGUST 2024 AUSTRALIA NSW 3 August RED’S BACKYARD ULTRA Location: Kembla Grange Distances: LOS Web: backyardultra.com/races/redsbackyard-ultra/ 4 August RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE TRAIL RUN Location: Ulong Distances: Kids 1k, 8k, 21k, 30k, 50k Web: coffstrailrunners.com QLD 3 August THE GREAT PYRAMID RACE Location: Gordonvale Distances: 12k Web: pyramidrace.com.au
4 August BORDER BOLT RUN FESTIVAL Location: Gold Coast Distances: 6.6k, 13.5k, 22k, 31k Web: borderboltrunfest.com.au 9 August THE CLINT EASTWOOD Location: Rocklea Distances: LOS Web: aaaracing.com.au 18 August LAKE MANCHESTER TRAILS Location: Lake Manchester Distances: Kids 1k, 5k, 10k, 23k Web: traq.org.au 20 August UNREASONABLE EAST Location: Cairns Distances: 100mi, 200mi Web: unreasonableeast200miler.com.au 25 August SCENIC RIM TRAIL SERIES: RACE 4 Location: Wyaralong Distances: Kids 2k, 5k, 9k, 16k Web: ontheedgeevents.com.au 25 August HIGHTAIL TRAIL SERIES Location: Mount Coo-tha Distances: 12k Web: runvault.com.au 31 August WILD EARTH COASTAL HIGH Location: Gold Coast Distances: 28k, 50k Web: coastalhigh.com.au SA 4 August ON THE TRAILS SERIES RACE 3 Location: Mt Crawford Distances: TBC Web: trailrunningsa.com TAS 4 August TOLOSA HALF & TOLOSA QUARTER Location: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Distances: 5k, 10k, 21k Web: kunanyitrailseries.com.au
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VIC 10 August PEAKS & TRAILS RUN Location: Dunkeld Distances: 6.4k, 13.5k, 20k, 50k Web: peaksandtrails.com.au 10 August BERRY LONG RUN Location: Blackwood Distances: 70k Web: berrylongrun.com 24-25 August WONDERLAND RUN Location: Blackwood Distances: 2k, 8k, 20k, 36k, 65k Web: wonderlandrun.com.au 25 August BRIGHT RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Bright Distances: Up to 50k Web: brightrunfest.com.au WA 2 August BIRDY’S BACKYARD Location: Lake Towerrinning Distances: LOS Web: birdysbackyardultra.com.au 18 August SALT LAKES CITY TRAIL RACE Location: Lake Walyungup, Rockingham Distances: Kids 2k, 6k, 12k, 24k Web: srr.tidyhq.com NEW ZEALAND 10 August RUN THE FOREST Location: Rotorua Distances: 7k, 10k, 21k Web: runtheforest.co.nz 11 August MACPAC XTERRA AUCKLAND Location: Riverhead Forest Distances: 7.5k, 14k, 17.5k, 20k Web: trailrun.co.nz 25 August FOREST RUN FEST Location: Christchurch Distances: 2k, 5.5k, 10k, 21.1k Web: forestrunfest.co.nz
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28 August GREAT NASEBY WATER RACE ULTRA Location: Central Otago Distances: Up to 200mile Web: greatnasebywaterrace.co.nz
29 September GREAT SOUTHERN HALF MARATHON Location: Aldinga Beach Distances: Kids 1.5k, 5k, 10k, Half Web: greatsouthernhalfmarathon.com.au
SEPTEMBER 2024
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AUSTRALIA
15 September YOU YANGS OFF ROAD TRAILBLAZER Location: You Yangs Regional Park Distances: 7k, 10k Web: pbevents.com.au
NSW 7 September COASTAL CLASSIC Location: Otford to Bundeena Distances: 30k Web: coastalclassic.com.au 8 September COFFS HARBOUR RUNNING FESTIVAL Location: Coffs Harbour Distances: Up to 36.1k Web: coffsrunfestival.com 20-22 September HOUNSLOW CLASSIC Location: Blackheath Distances: 16k, 42k, Double Up Web: hounslowclassic.com.au QLD 1 September CAPE PALLARENDA TRAIL RUN Location: Cape Pallarenda Distances: 5k, 12k, 21k, 42k Web: outerlimitsadventure.com.au 7 September GLASSHOUSE 100 Location: Beerburrum Distances: Up to 100mi Web: aaaracing.com.au 14 September TRAIL RUN EPIC Location: Grandchester Distances: 4.2k, 11.5k, 25k Web: hiddenvaleadenturepark.com.au SA 8 September ON THE TRAILS SERIES RACE 4 Location: Sturt Gorge Distances: TBC Web: trailrunningsa.com
21 September SURF COAST CENTURY Location: Anglesea Distances: 50k, 100k Web: surfcoastentury.rapidascent.com.au NEW ZEALAND 1 September MACPAC XTERRA AUCKLAND Location: Shakespeare Regional Park Distances: 5.5k, 10k, 15k, 20k Web: trailrun.co.nz 7 September KINLOCH OFFROAD CHALLENGE Location: Taupo Distances: 5k, 10k, Half, Marathon Web: kinlochoffroadchallenge.co.nz 8 September TRAIL TRILOGY FUN RUNS Location: Waikino to Waihi Distances: 9k, 21.1k, 42.2k, 55k, 100k Web: trailtrilogy.com 8 September RUN AUCKLAND Location: Silversale, Auckland Distances: Kids 2.5k, 5k, 10.5k, 21k Web: runauckland.co.nz 21 September RACE TEKAPO Location: Lake Tekapo Distances: Up to 50k Web: racetekapo.com
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OCTOBER 2024
NEW ZEALAND
AUSTRALIA
6 October 4 PAWS MARATHON Location: Christchurch Distances: Up to Marathon Web: 4pawsmarathon.co.nz
NT 12 October ALICE SPRINGS MASTERS GAMES Locations: Alice Springs Distances: Various Web: alicespringsmastersgames.com.au QLD 14 October THE KOKODA CHALLENGE Location: Lake Macquarie Distances: 18k, 30k, 48k Web: thekokodachallenge.com 26 October PALUMA ULTRA Location: Paluma Distances: 52k Web: outerlimitsadventure.com.au 27 October PALUMA VILLAGE TRAIL RUN Location: Paluma Distances: 5k, 10k, 20k Web: outerlimitsadventure.com.au SA 13 October (TBC) ON THE TRAILS SERIES RACE 5 Location: Mount Bold Distances: TBC Web: trailrunningsa.com TAS 19 October KNOCKERS & KNOCKERS SPORT Location: West Hobart Distances: 5.5k, 11k Web: kunanyitrailseries.com.au VIC October/November TBC GRAMPIANS PEAKS TRAIL (GPT100) Location: Halls Gap Distances: 50k, 100mi (solo, team, stage race) Web: gpt100.com.au
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GREAT SOUTHERN ENDURANCE RUN Location: Harrietville, Mt Hotham Distances: 28k, 56k, 50mi, 100mi Web: gserultra.com.au NEW ZEALAND
12 October TAUPO ULTRA MARATHON Location: Taupo Distances: 70k, 100k Web: taupoultra.co.nz
9 November THE TANIWHA Location: Waikato River Trails Distances: 7k, 16k, 22k, 44k Web: thetaniwha.co.nz
26 October KAIKOURA MOUNTAINS TO SEA Location: Kaikoura Distances: 5k, 10k, Half, Marathon Web: kaikouramountainstosea.com
16 November HUNUA HILLBILLY Location: Auckland Distances: 60k Web: hunuahillbilly.co.nz
NOVEMBER 2024
23 November (TBC) THE HILLARY Location: Waitakere Ranges Distances: 16k, 34k, 80k Web: lacticturkey.co.nz
AUSTRALIA NSW
DECEMBER 2024
9 November BOUDDI COASTAL RUN Location: Bouddi National Park Distances: 14k, Half Web: bouddicoastalrun.com.au
AUSTRALIA
23 November BLUE GOAT’S BACKYARD MARATHON Location: Mount Victoria Distances: Various & LOS Web: bluemountainsfitness.com.au
December (TBC) ULTRA-TRAIL KOSCIUSZKO Location: Kosciuszko National Park Distances: 100mi, 100k, 50k, 27k Web: ultratrailkosciuszko.com.au
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NEW ZEALAND
2 November CAVE RUN Location: Naracoorte Distances: 5k, 15k, 23k, 33k Web: caverun.com.au
7 December PORONUI PASSAGE Location: Poronui Station Distances: Half, Marathon Web: poronuipassage.co.nz
November-March SUMMER SERIES Location: Adelaide Distances: 5k, 10k, 14k, 21k Web: adelaidetrailrunners.com.au
7 December VALLEY ULTRA NZ Location: Mt Cheeseman Distances: 10k, 24k, 54k Web: ultranz.com
VIC
13 December CRUSH THE CARGILL Location: Dunedin Distances: 100mi, 24hr Web: crushthecargill.wordpress.com
9 November KING VALLEY CHALLENGE Location: Lake William Hovell Distances: 3k, 6k, 15k Web: kingvalleychallenge.com 16 November
NSW
14 December THE WILD EPIC MOUNTAIN RUNS Location: Otago Distances: 9k, 11k, 30k, 64k, 86k Web: thewild100.org
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WONDERLAND RUN GRAMPIANS NATIONAL PARK, VIC, AUSTRALIA Wonderland Run! The mere mention of it sparks a world of imagination. It couldn’t be named any more appropriately. Held in late August at Grampians National Park in Western Victoria, Wonderland Run has it all. Traditionally known as Gariwerd, this region is home to the largest number of significant and ancient Aboriginal rock art paintings and shelters in southern Australia. Add to this mix, globally renowned hiking trails, majestic waterfalls, dazzling flora and fauna, plus the most awe-inspiring mountain panoramas you will ever see. There is truly nothing quite like it. It’s an event that will blow your mind. Wonderland Run has everything to challenge the most experienced trail runner and fun for the whole family. The weekend kicks off with a 2km kids race and an 8km flat race on the Saturday afternoon. On Sunday, runners can choose between a 20km, 36km or a 50km ultra marathon through the most incredible trails you will find anywhere. All races start and finish in the stunning township of Halls Gap, conveniently located only three hours from Melbourne and five hours from Adelaide. In fact, Sunday runners will finish by crossing straight through the middle of town, where they’ll be greeted by live music being played in front of the local brewery. What a memorable way to finish! But don’t be deceived by the stunning views, this event is not for the faint hearted, nor those with minimal trail running experience. Regarded as one of the toughest, demanding races on the Australian trail running calendar, it will be sure to test every ounce of your physical and mental resilience. Perhaps the incredible vistas will mask some of the hurt. Maybe. The only way to find out is to come and experience it for yourself. EVENT Wonderland Run WHEN 24-25 August 2024 DISTANCE 52km, 36km, 20km, 8km, 2km WHERE Grampians NP, Halls Gap, Victoria, Australia MORE wonderlandrun.com.au
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RACE TEKAPO LAKE TEKAPO, NEW ZEALAND Fancy a spot of trail running in one of New Zealand’s most scenic locations? Then Race Tekapo is perfect for you. Nestled in the Mackenzie Region, Lake Tekapo is the picturesque home of this incredible new trail run. Only a 3-hour drive from the International Airports of Christchurch and Queenstown, and you are in the peaceful alpine village of Lake Tekapo. Race Tekapo prides itself on being a ‘destination race’, where competitors and their friends and families can indulge in stunning lake and mountain views, relax and soak in the local hot pools, play up the snowy mountains, and be blown away by the serenity of the international dark sky zone. With the inaugural race in 2022, Race Tekapo sees over 1000 runners and walkers descend on Lake Tekapo to take on one of the seven race distances. Each course has been designed to maximize on the ‘wow’ factor with competitors treated to breath-taking vistas at every turn. The 50km race takes runners on a journey around the iconic landmarks of Lake Tekapo, including high country stations, three different lakes, and Mt John – which allows 360 degree views across the lake and surrounding mountains. The 32km and 21km events offer equally amazing scenery, each of the courses allowing competitors slightly different scenery; the 32km run heads out on the high country stations, and the 21km takes runners and walkers into the forest trails of the Regional Park. The shorter distances of Race Tekapo are all packed with jaw-dropping views – choose from the more flat 16km run and walk, or the trek over Mt John in the 12km run or walk. The 5km race is a fast and flat course overlooking Lake Tekapo, with the Kids Dash allowing the little ones some fun (plus a medal!) so everyone is included. With fun surprises on the course each year, Race Tekapo promises to ensure everyone gets a memorable experience on race day. The Race Village is right on the edge of Lake Tekapo and the village centre, allowing your supporters ‘front row seats’ while you achieve your goals. Come and experience Race Tekapo for yourself and see why this is a must-do on the running calendar! EVENT Race Tekapo WHEN 21 September 2024 DISTANCE 50km, 32km, 21km, 16km, 12km, 5km, Kids Dash WHERE Lake Tekapo, New Zealand MORE racetekapo.com
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