ZACH MACH River Run

Event #2 of our 5 part off the beaten track Trail Run Series.

Prepare to get off the beaten track, off-road and on uneven ground alongside the ZACH MACH Adventure Challenge racers. This course is guaranteed to get you panting as you cross rivers, run along cane paddocks and through rainforest canopy. 

Date: Saturday 9 May 2026

Distances^: 5km and 12km

Race Check in: 10am

Race Briefing: 10.20am

Race Start: 10.30am

Registration Fees: Starting from $19.95*

Registration fees include: Athlete photos and insurance.

Address: Finch Hatton RSL, Anzac Parade, Finch Hatton

About the Distances:

Short Course: A fun 5km run that includes crossing Cattle Creek, running through rainforest and along cane paddocks. 2.5km out and back.

Long Course: This 12km course has a little bit of everything for the adventurer. Starting and finishing from ZACH MACH HQ. Expect scenic rainforest, a bit of mud, water, sand and rocks. Prepare to get wet… really wet, the creek crossings can be deep! Our new Trail Run is privately owned land and crosses 5 local farms^.

^Access to the course is prohibited outside of the ZACH MACH Adventure Race. The trail run course is held on private property. We have exclusive access once a year to deliver this trail running experience thanks to our local Finch Hatton property owners.

*Note: Entry fee prices are dependent on course length and are subject to price increases. Early bird ends 28 February 2026. Late fees start on 3 May 2026.

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