If your idea of a perfect race involves dirt under your shoes, big climbs and even bigger views, Australia's trail running calendar is calling. Trail races trade closed city streets for rainforest singletrack, alpine ridgelines, coastal clifftops and red outback earth — from short, sharp fun runs to brutal 100km mountain ultras. Events like Ultra-Trail Australia, the Six Foot Track Marathon and the Surf Coast Century have helped turn trail running into one of the fastest-growing parts of the sport, and many courses are ITRA-rated for runners chasing UTMB qualifying points. Trail running rewards patience, sure footing and a sense of adventure, and the scenery is second to none. Whether you're stepping off the road for the first time or you live for technical descents and long days in the hills, the calendar below lists upcoming trail running events across Australia. Filter by state or distance to find your next adventure.