Southern Rail Trail Running Festival

Southern Rail Trail Running Festival

Saturday, 30 May 2026

South Gippsland Region, VIC

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The inaugural Southern Rail Trail Running Festival on 30 May 2026 is based in the South Gippsland Region of Victoria, Australia.

The courses follow the Great Southern Rail Trail, meandering through lush forests, rolling farmland, and charming small towns and stunning views of Wilsons Promontory. Distances include 100km, 72km, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km Fun Run and a 2km Family Dash.

The 100km trail run is a scenic challenge that showcases the natural beauty of South Gippsland. Starting in the coastal town of Port Welshpool, the route runs inland through a series of charming towns and picturesque countryside. It can be completed solo or in a relay team of 2 or 4 over four legs ranging from 17km to 33km.

The other long distances start at differing points along the Trail. The 10km and 5km are both out and back courses based from Leongatha.

Organiser

Elite Energy Event Management

Series

SuperTrail Australia
- Previous in series (14 February 2026)

Distances/Events

2K Family Dash
5K
10K
Half Marathon
Marathon
72K Ultra - solo/relay (teams of 3)
100K Ultra - solo/relay (teams of 2 or 4)

Location map

Race HQ and the finish line is in Leongatha. Refer to the event website for start lines and course maps, etc.

Please note: the map location may be approximate. Refer to the event website for start lines and course maps.

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