//Raison d’etre
Running – We love to run !!
The Noosa Ultra-Trail is an event for those who love to run.
All six courses have been designed to offer a balance between a reasonable challenge with some hilly sections requiring you to dig deep with the pure pleasure and enjoyment of striding out along the trails, 4WD tracks or dirt roads.
You will find that many areas allow you to run side by side to engage in some friendly social banter so you’re not all alone as often happens in trail runs.
Given the modest elevation there is no need trekking poles or for trudging up or down hills or stairs.
This is the ideal event for those who love to run and are looking their first off road or trail run event.
Women Focus
At the 2024 Noosa Ultra-Trail 48% of all participants were female. This is a tremendous reflection of the support from women and endorses our commitment to ensure we offer courses and distance options and that are achievable for women (and men !) whatever their age, experience level or ability.
Our goal for 2025 is participation parity : 50% – 50% !!!
At our annual Peppers luncheon we have been blessed to have guest speakers the likes of Jacqui Bell, Simone Hayes and of course Kellie Angel.
In 2025 we’re so excited to welcome 2021 Australian of the Year Grace Tame as our Special Guest.
Sustainability
We live in times where everyone is conscious of the need to embrace a new sustainable way of life. This is a priority for our team and we currently support a range of initiatives including :
Trees for Tourism – a portion of your entry goes to Tourism Noosa who use the money from events to plant new trees in the Noosa Hinterland
Noosa Recycling & Containers for Change – over 83% of all waste produced at is either compostable or recycled with only 17% going to landfill.
Carbon Emissions – we are using electric powered lights on course and at the venue to reduce our carbon emissions
Bio focus – Our t-shirts are made by AS Colour who employ ethical sourcing and produce organic products which are GOTS certified. As well our BioPak compostable cups are eco friendly which is a great stepping stone to being ‘cup free’.
The Environment – Fauna and Flora
Noosa is one of the world’s few Biospheres in Australia with over 40% of the shire either national park, forest reserve or waterways.
Through an agreement with multiple stakeholders, areas of forest have now been transformed into National Parks which is a highly commendable achievement.
The Noosa Ultra-Trail courses takes runners through the Ringtail Creek area which is home to a Koala Habitat with 32 koalas identified by infra red drones .
Importantly the Noosa Ultra-Trail encompasses 5 National Parks and former State Forests with the Noosa Biosphere Trail (previously named the Noosa Trail Network) being the backbone of all 6 events in the Noosa Ultra-Trail.
//the trails
//100
Ultra-Trail
The signature, world class, Ultra-Trail 100km event. Run through five National Parks, State Forests and Reserves while linking Noosa Hinterland townships on this spectacular 100km journey.
//80
Hinterland Traverse
An epic 80km, 1800m of “vert”, traverse through authentic Noosa Hinterland. Think panoramic vistas of mountains and lakes; macadamia farms; country towns; diverse and undulating terrain.
//50
Out'N'Back
The “ultra” satisfaction of running from town to trail and back. Stunning Noosa Hinterland countryside. 900m of “vert” and a mix of terrain makes this a fast and very accessible ultra.
//30
Pomona Sundowner
A runnable 30km point to point course through beautiful, shady forests. With a mid afternoon start you can enjoy a sleep in or hit the beach, then race and earn yourself a cold beer after sunset.
//25
Cross Country
Set to be our most sought after distance, from Twin Views Lookout to Tewantin - a runnable, downhill, point to point course that’s calling out for your next Personal Best.
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Forest
Looking for a fast hit out, or stepping up to your longest trail run yet? This classic Noosa forest run is guaranteed to kick start a memorable Noosa weekend experience for all.