The Great North Walk Ultras
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (October 26, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
Races on the programme
| Race | Distance | Elevation gain | Finishers (last edition) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MILES | 162.5 km | 5,100 m | 300 |
| 100 KILOMETRES | 101.8 km | 3,230 m | 200 |
| 50 MILES | 80.3 km | 2,560 m | 200 |
| 50 KILOMETRES | 50.4 km | 1,560 m | 300 |
| 30 KILOMETRES | 30 km | 720 m | — |
| 10 KILOMETRES | 10 km | 329 m | — |
About
The Great North Walk Ultras take place in Sydney, New South Wales, on 26 October 2026, on wild trails past waterfalls, cliffs and spectacular scenery, with distances from 10 km all the way up to 100 miles.
The programme features six races: 100 miles (162.5 km, 5,100 m of elevation gain), 100 km (101.8 km, 3,230 m), 50 miles (80.3 km, 2,560 m), 50 km (50.4 km, 1,560 m), 30 km (720 m) and 10 km (329 m).
Highlights
- Off-road
- Forest
- Mountain
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