The Great Aussie Hike
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Description
The Great Aussie Hike, taking place on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Daylesford, VIC, Australia, is a premier team challenge event offering multiple participation options.
The full 100km course is a two-day adventure through the spectacular Daylesford and Wombat State Forest. Day 1 covers 50km from Blackwood to Daylesford, while Day 2 features a 50km route from Moorabool to Daylesford via Hepburn Springs.
Teams can choose to share the distance in a relay format or have all members complete the entire course together.
Additional options include a 1-day 50km challenge on either Day 1 or Day 2 course, or a 1-day 30km challenge following the Daylesford to Hepburn Springs route and back.
Distances:
Multi-stage race - 100K
Day 1: Blackwood to Daylesford - 50K
Day 2: Moorabool to Daylesford - 50K
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