Run the Maine
Event location
Description
Set in the heart of the Victorian Goldfields, Run the Maine returns on Friday, 26 September 2025 as an annual fundraiser supporting Castlemaine Health.
The event features three distances to suit all runners: a 5km run/walk, a 10km run, and a 21km Half Marathon, each showcasing the stunning landscapes of Central Victoria.
The 21km Half Marathon is a unique point-to-point course starting in Maldon and finishing in Castlemaine, following the scenic Maldon to Castlemaine rail trail. Participants can enjoy a historic steam train ride to the start line before embarking on this route through dense woodlands, open paddocks, and well-maintained fire trails.
The 10km run offers a challenging course through the beautiful Walmer Forest, featuring steady climbs and creek-side views before joining the Half Marathon route into Castlemaine.
The 5km run/walk is a fast, mostly flat out-and-back course through Castlemaine’s historic botanical gardens, ideal for all fitness levels.
Distances:
5K
10K
Half Marathon
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