About this event
Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA) on 16 May 2026 is Australia’s premier trail running event, set in the spectacular Blue Mountains National Park, a World Heritage-listed site in New South Wales.
The event offers two main race distances on Saturday: the challenging 100km UTA100 and the scenic 50km UTA50, which covers the latter half of the 100km course. Both races feature a diverse mix of terrain, including single-track trails and wider paths, showcasing stunning landscapes and iconic landmarks. The start and finish are at Scenic World in the picturesque town of Katoomba.
In addition to these, several shorter races take place over the weekend, including the popular UTA11 and UTA22, catering to all levels of trail runners.
Ultra-Trail Australia has rapidly become one of the most celebrated endurance events in the country, attracting both local and international runners who come to experience its unique combination of breathtaking natural beauty and world-class trail running challenges.
Distances:
50K
100K
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