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Welcome to the traditional lands of the Kaurna people. It's time to head to Cleland.
Cleland National Park conserves an important area of bushland situated in the Adelaide Hills face zone. A fantastic network of trails awaits you, taking you through native wildlife and cultural heritage zones and providing spectacular views of the Adelaide Hills and surrounds.
It's fair to say that it's a bit hilly here - probably why they call it the Adelaide Hills. Don't be put off - you'll be rewarded with native woodlands, forests, perched swamps, creeks, and maybe even a waterfall.
You can be guaranteed to run past many kangaroos - especially early in the morning, and you'll probably spot koalas too.
After your race, we recommend you visit the Cleland Wildlife Park - the young and young at heart will enjoy it equally.
Cleland is less than a 30-minute drive from the city.
Race features
- Diverse and fun trails
- Medals for all placegetters
- Drink stations and nutrition
- World-famous brownies
- Member-only random draw
Distances and maps
| Long – 21 km | View course |
| Medium – 16 km | View course |
| Short – 10 km | View course |
| Kids X-country - 1km |
Routes and maps for this event are subject to change. Check back frequently and download 1-2 days before the event.
Course cut-offs and closures
All runners/walkers must cross the finish line by 11:30 am or receive a "did not finish" (DNF).
The following paces apply:
| 21 km runners: | 11.35 mins/km |
| 16 km runners: | 13.00 mins/km |
| 10 km runners: | 18.10 mins/km |
You must stay in front of the course sweepers at all times. Cutoff will be strictly enforced.
View our policy and methodology for determining course closures and cutoffs.
Walkers
Welcome! You may take part in the short event only. This is to ensure you are back safely and accounted for by our course closure time.
The perks
Enjoy the TRSA vibes after your run:
- free fruit, nibbles and the chocolate brownies we're famous for
- sponsor tents with great running and outdoor gear
- a quick massage by Botanic Health
- our member-only random draw with fantastic prizes donated by our sponsors.
UTMB® Index and ITRA events
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The long course 21 km event is a UTMB® Index race and ITRA National Challenge event.
The courses do not attract ITRA points.
Drink station information
Water and lollies will be at all drink stations.
We do not supply cups - you must bring your own drinking container.
Free kids' cross country run
Sign up your youngster for our short cross-country run.
Time: approximately 10.30-11.00am
Cost: Free
How: Go to the registration tent on the day, sign-up and get a great kid’s bib.
Distance: 1-1.5 km
Where: Close to the finish line.
A TRSA committee member or delegate will lead the kids along the run. We will also have a tail runner in place. However, we prefer that all kids are accompanied by an adult.
Discounts and late entries
Members' super early bird discount
The super early-bird price will be applied automatically at the checkout to member entries for the first 2 days of the registration period only. It will not be extended.
Kids entry fees
Kids U15 are charged at 50% of standard entry fees for all distances.
Late entries
We don't accept late entries. You must enter by 5.00 pm on the Thursday before the event.
Name on bibs
You must enter by Thursday 20 August at 5.00 pm to get your name on your bib.
Prizes and random draw
Placegetters for each event will receive a medal. Medal presentations will be shortly after the arrival of the final 3rd placed male & female runner in each event.
The members-only random draw will take place at approximately 11.00 am You must be present or still on-course to receive your prize.
Event parking
Depending on entry numbers, parking may be restricted at this event, so we encourage car pooling.
Detailed parking instruction will be provided in your race briefing.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Short - 10km Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 months 29 days-
Elevation - 436M
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A$47.50
Early bird
Aug 2 – Aug 17 -
A$52.50
Standard
Aug 17 – Sept 3
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Medium - 16km Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 months 29 days-
Elevation - 755M
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A$55.00
Early bird
Aug 2 – Aug 17 -
A$55.00
Standard
Aug 17 – Sept 3
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Long - 24km Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 months 29 days-
Elevation - 834M
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A$60.00
Early bird
Aug 2 – Aug 17 -
A$60.00
Standard
Aug 17 – Sept 3
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Event schedule
- Sun, September 6, 2026 7:30 am - Long course start
- Sun, September 6, 2026 8:00 am - Medium course start
- Sun, September 6, 2026 8:30 am - Short course start
- Sun, September 6, 2026 10:45 am - Kids race
- Sun, September 6, 2026 11:00 am - Presentations & random draw
- Sun, September 6, 2026 11:30 pm - Course closed
Contact information
- Event contact
- Registration manager
- Website
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