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📅 Event Details
🌿 Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or a first-timer, there's something for everyone in this exciting event packed with community spirit, stunning views, and fun challenges.
Date: March 1st, 2026
DRAFT Start Times:
- 17km Challenge run @ 8:00 AM
- Kids Athletics @ 8:00 AM
- 6.5km Fun Run @ 8:30 AM
- Presentations from 10:00 AM
🗺️ Location: Ern Holmes Oval, Pennant Hills Park, Britannia Street, Pennant Hills, NSW
🏅 Race Entry Includes:
- Beginner training plans for both trail distances
- Finishers medal for all trail distances
- Participation certificate for Kids Athletics
- Winners Trophies and Spot Prizes
- Clubs & Schools Challenge
- Professional race photos available to purchase
- Live results
- Fully supported aid stations with hydration and snacks*
- Medical and safety support throughout the course
- Free parking at the venue
- Family-friendly event village with food trucks, live music, and kids' activities
* Please note - aid stations are cupless to protect our National Parks, so participants will need to carry a hydration pack/bottle/cup which can be refilled at the aid station. *
🎁 Fundraising encouraged
WRTR are raising funds for our mates at the Gotcha4Life foundation. Raising funds is entirely optional, but will go towards building a mentally fit future Australia Wide.
👨👩👧👦 Spectators Welcome
Join the excitement at the event village! Cheer on the runners while enjoying local entertainment, stalls, and activities for the whole family.
🎽 Club & Schools Challenge
Select your Sport Club or School for them to be in for a chance to WIN a $500 voucher! Simply nominate your school or sport club to add an entry into the lucky dip. T&Cs apply - read more here.
📋 Organised by ACE Events, Whale Rock Trail Run is set to be a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and community connections. Whether you're running, cheering, or volunteering, this event promises something for everyone!
🌟 Sign up today to join the community and start getting Fit for Life! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Kids Athletics (age 3-5*) Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 days 11 hours-
*A parent/guardian must accompany children aged 3-5 - included in this registration link
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$10.00
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 15 – Nov 14 -
$15.00
Standard Pricing
Nov 15 – Jan 31 -
$20.00
Late Entry Pricing
Feb 1 – Mar 1
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Kids Athletics (age 6-12) Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 days 11 hours-
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$20.00
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 15 – Nov 14 -
$25.00
Standard Pricing
Nov 15 – Jan 31 -
$30.00
Late Entry Pricing
Feb 1 – Mar 1
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6.5km Fun Run - Junior (Age 7-15) Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 days 11 hours-
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$40.00
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 15 – Nov 14 -
$45.00
Standard Pricing
Nov 15 – Jan 31 -
$55.00
Late Entry Pricing
Feb 1 – Mar 1
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6.5km Fun Run - Adult (age 16+) Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 days 11 hours-
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$50.00
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 15 – Nov 14 -
$60.00
Standard Pricing
Nov 15 – Jan 31 -
$70.00
Late Entry Pricing
Feb 1 – Mar 1
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17km Challenge Run - Adult (age 16+) Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 days 11 hours-
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$85.00
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 15 – Nov 14 -
$100.00
Standard Pricing
Nov 15 – Jan 31 -
$110.00
Late Entry Pricing
Feb 1 – Mar 1
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Alice Clayton
- Website
- Visit website
