5 x Trail Running Events
5 x Magnificent “off the beaten track” locations
Welcome to our off the beaten track Trail Run Series.
Join us for an exciting 5-part trail running adventure that will take you deep into the foothills of Mackay’s beautiful State Forests and National Parks.
Choose your distance: short, medium and long course
Gather your points and WIN the series! Who will be crowned “Mid-Short Course” and “Mid-Long Course” winners in 2026?
One Race Bib to Rule the Trails!
For the 2026 off the beaten track Trail Run Series, you will receive your official race bib at the first event you participate in. Simply hold onto it, as this same bib is required for every other run in the 2026 series. Please keep it safe, store it flat (your timing chip is on the under side).
If you lose your bib, you will need to order a new one before your next event. Sadly, no bib = no run.
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New Moon - Backyard Ultra
Date: 21 Mar 2026
Race Start: 6pm
Coinciding with the March New Moon our backyard dltra is designed to have you challenging yourself throughout the night in one of Mackay’s picturesque locations.
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ZACH MACH - River Run
Date: 9 May 2026
Race Start: 10.30am
We are excited to have the ZACH MACH River Run as part of our Trail Series. Choose either the 5km or 12km distance running through rainforest, crossing Cattle Creek and cane paddocks.
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Eungella Rainforest Run
Date: 31 May 2026
Race Start: 8am
Feel the thrill as you navigate the historic rainforest trails, surrounded by the vibrant hues of nature's tapestry. Be captivated by the ever-changing vistas that unfold before your eyes.
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Finch Hatton - Flowing Trails
Date: 19 Jul 2026
Race Start: 7am
Embark on an exhilarating off the beaten track trail run in Finch Hatton’s MTB park. A once a year opportunity to run these spectacular and iconic MTB Trails.
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Captains Crossing - The Gong
Date: 30 Aug 2026
Race Start: 7am
Our Captain's Crossing - The Gong is a thrilling challenge. Prepare to hit the ground running as you face demanding climbs and steep descents and some technical sections.
One Registration - 2026 Trail Run Series
We have a registration platform for our 2026 off the beaten track Trail Run Series. Please use the registration link to register for the events in the series. You can add other runners to your registration also.
Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email. It is IMPORTANT that you keep this confirmation email as it contains a link that will allow you to register for other trail run events as well as edit your details if required. If you need your confirmation email sent to you again, please follow the link below. Once you have opened the start list, you can search for your name using the search bar at the top. Select the envelope icon next to your name to get your confirmation email resent. (Note: the email address field is case sensitive. Please check spam folder if not received)
PLEASE NOTE: If you have participated in one of the 2026 trails runs already, you will already have an existing profile in the series. You MUST use the provided link to add any other registrations to your profile. If you try to create a new registration, the system will not let you do this and come up with an error message advising that your profile already exists.
If you are ordering merchandise, your items can be picked up at the next event. If you would like to receive your order before the next event, please send us an email to info@tri-activ8.com.au to organise pick up. If you are out of town, postage can be organised at the buyers expense.
