In 2026, the Mountain Goat Trail Series evolves into the Mt Coot-Tha Trail Festival. A one day celebration of trail running, community, and adventure. After years of spanning three days over three months, we’re bringing every race and every runner together for a single, unforgettable day.
This shift means more energy, more atmosphere, and more connection, from the youngest goats in Billy the Kid to the endurance challenge of the famous Surefoot. With the ever popular Hightail as your entry point to the trails completing the line-up, the entire herd will share the same trails, the same finish line, and the same festival spirit.
The Mt Coot-Tha Trail Festival will be a true gathering of trail runners: inclusive, adventurous, and inspiring.
Discover the trails. Rediscover yourself.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Billy The Kid (2km kids)
Billy the Kid for the littlest of goats! A fun and adventurous introduction to the trails, designed especially for the youngest mountain goats. Billy the Kid offers a safe, exciting loop where kids can experience the joy of running off-road and crossing their very own finish line. Parents and carers are welcome to run alongside, but can you keep up? It’s the perfect way to ignite a lifelong love of trail running and festival fun. Are your little goats ready to run?
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Register for Billy The Kid (2km kids)A$25.00Apr 1 - Aug 19
Hightail (12km)
Price changes in 1 month 21 days-
Your entry point to the trails. The Hightail is where it all begins. A fast, flowing 12km course designed to welcome you into trail running without losing the edge of adventure. Expect a mix of smooth singletrack, rolling climbs and rewarding descents that keep things fun from start to finish. It’s approachable, but don’t mistake it for easy. The trails will challenge you just enough to spark something deeper. Confidence, curiosity, and that feeling of wanting more. Whether it’s your first trail race or your chance to move fast through the bush, Hightail is built for momentum, connection and pure enjoyment out on the trails. Discover the trails, rediscover yourself.
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Register for Hightail (12km)A$79.00
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering Apr 1 – May 31 -
A$99.00
Standard Pricing
Jun 1 – Aug 18
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Surefoot (21.1km)
Price changes in 1 month 21 days-
A true test of strength and focus, Surefoot delivers technical trails, rolling climbs, and rewarding descents. This half marathon distance demands resilience but rewards runners with sweeping views and a sense of accomplishment unlike any other. Surefoot is for those ready to go beyond comfort and prove their trail grit. Can you keep your footing to the end?
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Register for Surefoot (21.1km)A$179.00
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering Apr 1 – May 31 -
A$199.00
Standard Pricing
Jun 1 – Aug 18
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Run Vault
- Phone
- 0732174086
- Website
- Visit website
