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Australian Outback Marathon

calendar_today 25 Jul, 2026

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Australian Outback Marathon

About the Event

Although this race is popular with local runners, for most, it’s a once in a lifetime experience. It’s not every day marathoners get to take in the stunning views of Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) as the kilometres tick by. Enjoyed by both professional runners, club runners, casual runners and beginners, there are events for all running levels including the full marathon, half marathon, 11km and 6km fun runs. In addition to its beauty, the course is relatively flat, with only a couple inclines and sand dunes. Most of the course is on unsealed roads, bush tracks and soft-sand trails, with a few small sand dunes and plenty of Australia’s famed “Red Earth” thrown in for good measure. Our itineraries are designed to suit all budgets and travel plans. Each package includes shuttle services, first class accommodation, and guaranteed race entry. Whichever event you intend to enter, do it today so you don’t miss out!

Races Offered

11K Fun Run/Walk

Jul 25, 2026

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Distance — 11K

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6km Fun Run/Walk

Jul 25, 2026

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Distance — 6K

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Half Marathon

Jul 25, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Marathon

Jul 25, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Petermann.

thermostat Temperature
6.1° / 19.8°
wb_sunny Feels like
1.7° / 15.0°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
10h 13m
water_drop Avg rainfall
0.2 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
air Avg wind speed
14.6 km/h (Gentle breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Low
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
Very High (9.6)
humidity_mid Humidity
47.7%
wb_twilight Sunrise
07:29
nightlight Sunset
18:14

About Petermann

Learn more about the host city, Petermann.

Petermann is a locality in the Northern Territory of Australia located about 1,427 kilometres (887 mi) south of the territory capital of Darwin in the territory’s south-western corner adjoining the states of South Australia and Western Australia.

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