Trail Races & Routes in Victoria

Explore 60 trail running and hiking routes across Victoria. 1 organized races and 59 training routes covering distances from 0.7 mi to 426.3 mi. Elevation gains range from 80 ft to 88,761 ft. View detailed terrain intelligence for every route.

Key Takeaways

Total Routes

Races / Routes

1 / 59

Distance Range

0.7 mi - 426.3 mi

Elevation Range

80 ft - 88,761 ft

Most Popular Distance

Other (30)

Surface Type

97% Trail

Route Name	Location	Distance	Elevation Gain	Type	Race Date
Melbourne Marathon	Melbourne, Victoria	26.4 mi	428 ft	race	—
Domino Trail Alternate	Trentham, Victoria	0.7 mi	80 ft	route	—
Lighthouse Discovery Trail	Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve, Victoria	1.0 mi	104 ft	route	—
Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk	Aireys Inlet, Victoria	1.7 mi	205 ft	route	—
Teddy Bear Gap Loop	Rural City of Ararat, Victoria	4.4 mi	1,067 ft	route	—
Sugarloaf Reservoir Circuit	Shire of Nillumbik, Victoria	4.7 mi	370 ft	route	—
White Box Walking Track	Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park, Victoria	4.8 mi	545 ft	route	—
Howqua Feeder Track	Alpine National Park, Victoria	5.2 mi	3,253 ft	route	—
Precipice Plain Walk	Dinner Plain, Victoria	5.4 mi	203 ft	route	—
Reefton Goldfields Walk	Yarra Ranges National Park, Victoria	5.4 mi	1,262 ft	route	—
The Cobungra Ditch	Hotham Village, Victoria	7.0 mi	933 ft	route	—
Montane Walking Track	Dinner Plain, Victoria	7.6 mi	760 ft	route	—
West Coast Wetlands Track	French Island National Park, Victoria	7.8 mi	517 ft	route	—
The Huts Walk	Hotham Village, Victoria	9.5 mi	2,908 ft	route	—
Beeripmo Walk	Mount Cole State Forest, Victoria	9.6 mi	2,294 ft	route	—
Macedon Ranges Walking Track	Victoria	11.1 mi	2,409 ft	route	—
Wild Wombat Loop	Victoria	11.7 mi	3,464 ft	route	—
Great Ocean Road Coastal Trail (proposed)	Great Otway National Park, Victoria	12.6 mi	2,578 ft	route	—
Castlemaine to Maldon	Victoria	12.8 mi	1,535 ft	route	—
Cathedral Peaks	Victoria	13.0 mi	3,310 ft	route	—
Three Lost Children Walk	Wombat State Forest, Victoria	13.1 mi	1,352 ft	route	—
Macedon Ranges Walking Trail	Macedon Regional Park, Victoria	15.2 mi	2,349 ft	route	—
Brabralung Trail	Alpine Shire, Victoria	15.9 mi	1,266 ft	route	—
Walk 5	Lerderderg State Park, Victoria	17.8 mi	2,215 ft	route	—
Melbourne Capital City Trail	Melbourne, Victoria	18.3 mi	766 ft	route	—
Burchell Trail	Brisbane Ranges National Park, Victoria	19.0 mi	2,694 ft	route	—
Wilsons Promontory Southern Circuit	Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria	19.6 mi	3,422 ft	route	—
Hoddle Mountain Trail	Fish Creek, Victoria	20.6 mi	2,120 ft	route	—
Wilsons Promontory Central Loop	Victoria	21.5 mi	3,290 ft	route	—
Grampians Peaks Trail Loop	Victoria	22.2 mi	4,065 ft	route	—
Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing	Victoria	23.3 mi	3,404 ft	route	—
Buller Stirling Summit Circuit	Victoria	23.5 mi	5,221 ft	route	—
Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail Trail	Victoria	23.8 mi	424 ft	route	—
McMillan Alternative Walking Track	Boulung - Deera State Forest, Victoria	24.0 mi	2,518 ft	route	—
Great Walhalla Alpine Trail	Victoria	25.5 mi	4,145 ft	route	—
Murray to Mountains Rail Trail: Wangaratta - Beechworth	Victoria	26.3 mi	1,461 ft	route	—
Surf Coast Walk	Surf Coast Shire, Victoria	26.4 mi	1,829 ft	route	—
Three Creeks Trail Loop	Melbourne, Victoria	26.5 mi	1,024 ft	route	—
Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing	Alpine National Park, Victoria	26.8 mi	3,579 ft	route	—
Bowman's Track	Melbourne, Victoria	28.2 mi	2,697 ft	route	—
Wandi Valley Rim	Victoria	28.6 mi	6,737 ft	route	—
O'Keefe Rail Trail	Victoria	30.7 mi	1,273 ft	route	—
Bright Peaks 50k	Victoria	32.8 mi	10,817 ft	route	—
Ballarat to Skipton Rail Trail	Victoria	34.5 mi	1,570 ft	route	—
Yarra Ranges 4 Peaks	Melbourne, Victoria	42.9 mi	9,757 ft	route	—
Bendigo Bushland Trail	Bendigo, Victoria	43.7 mi	2,069 ft	route	—
Great Southern Rail Trail	Victoria	44.8 mi	863 ft	route	—
Great Ocean Walk	Victoria	50.0 mi	6,167 ft	route	—
Surf Coast Walk	Victoria	54.9 mi	4,389 ft	route	—
Buller Huts Trail	Victoria	59.0 mi	16,614 ft	route	—
Great Ocean Walk	Victoria	59.7 mi	10,122 ft	route	—
Mornington Peninsula Walk	Melbourne, Victoria	60.5 mi	4,243 ft	route	—
Mount Baw Baw to Warburton (Upper Yarra Walking Track)	Victoria	63.6 mi	8,755 ft	route	—
Great Victorian Rail Trail	Victoria	79.3 mi	2,278 ft	route	—
Great Dividing / Goldfields Track	Victoria	129.5 mi	15,312 ft	route	—
McMillan's Track	Victoria	131.5 mi	30,332 ft	route	—
The Great Ocean Road	Victoria	149.4 mi	11,903 ft	route	—
Great South West Walk	Victoria	163.7 mi	9,301 ft	route	—
Victorian High Country 7 Peaks	Victoria	182.6 mi	37,276 ft	route	—
Australian Alps Walking Track	Victoria	426.3 mi	88,761 ft	route	—

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trail races are in Victoria?

There are 1 organized races and 59 self-supported routes available in Victoria.

What is the average elevation gain in Victoria?

The average elevation gain is 5,943 feet, with routes ranging from 80 to 88,761 feet.

What distances are available in Victoria?

Available distances include: Marathon, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, 50K, 50 Mile, 100K, 100 Mile, Ultra.

Can these trail routes in Victoria be used for hiking?

Yes. 97% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.

What's the best time of year to run trails in Victoria?

Trail running conditions in Victoria vary by season and elevation. Check the race date column for organized events, which are typically scheduled during optimal weather windows. For year-round training routes, elevation profiles help you plan for seasonal conditions.

More Races in Victoria

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