The Great Volcanic Mountain Challenge
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Description
The Great Volcanic Mountain Challenge on Sunday, 29 March 2026 is a renowned 11km mountain trail run held at the Pinnacle Picnic Grounds in Orange, New South Wales. This challenging course features a total ascent of 520 metres across three volcanic peaks, offering runners breathtaking views and diverse natural scenery.
The race begins at Towac Pinnacle Picnic Ground on Pinnacle Road and follows rarely used forest roads and bush tracks through changing vegetation. The route includes climbs to Mt Towac (1350m) and Young Man Canobolas (1330m) before the final ascent to the summit of Gaanha Bula–Mount Canobolas at 1397m, where the race concludes.
In addition to the main event, there is a Family Trail Run, a shorter and less demanding 5.5km out-and-back course, suitable for all ages and abilities.
Distances:
5.5K
11K
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