Goldrush Trail Runs
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Description
Organiser: Tour de Trails
The Goldrush Trail Runs take place on Saturday, 9 May 2026, at Lake Daylesford in Victoria’s Spa Country. This exciting event offers three looped trail distances of 21km, 12km, and 5km, all starting and finishing at a central location near the Lake Daylesford Boathouse.
Designed to welcome runners of all abilities—from beginners to experts—the courses feature a mix of mostly enjoyable trail terrain with some technical sections to challenge participants.
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Daylesford while running through scenic singletrack trails, making the Goldrush Trail Runs a perfect blend of adventure and community spirit.
Distances:
5K
12K
21K
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