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Castle Hill Trail Run

Name: Castle Hill Trail Run
Start: 2026-02-22
End: 2026-02-22
Location: Townsville, Queensland

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Townsville, Queensland, Australia

calendar_today 22 Feb, 2026

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sell $39.00 – $59.00

About the Event

Kickstart your trail running year on Townsville's most iconic natural landmark at the Castle Hill Trail Run: February 22, 2026, a thrilling event that forms part of Australia's biggest trail running series. With an early 5:30 AM start to beat the tropical heat, this race offers three dynamic distances: a challenging 10km for experienced runners, a scenic 7km intermediate loop, and an accessible 3km course perfect for beginners and families. Each route delivers a true trail runner's dream, featuring flowy single track, demanding climbs, rewarding descents, and breathtaking 360-degree views over the city, Magnetic Island, and the Coral Sea.

Organized by Outer Limits Adventure Fitness, the event is expertly designed to introduce and immerse participants in the sport, utilizing the stunning and technical terrain right on the city's doorstep. With affordable entry fees and a powerful sense of achievement awaiting at the finish line, it's the perfect season opener. Register now to conquer the stairs and rock scrambles of Castle Hill, where every step rewards you with panoramic beauty and a deep connection to the land of the Wulgurukaba people.

Races Offered

10 km

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 9K

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Type — Running

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06:30

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$59.00

7 km

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 6K

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$49.00

3 km

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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Type — Running

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07:20

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$39.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Townsville.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 24.4° / 29.9°

wb_sunny 27.5° / 33.1°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.8 /

water_drop 81.4%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 24.4° / 29.9°

wb_sunny 27.5° / 33.1°

air 10.8 km/h

water_drop 81.4%

About Townsville

Townsville is a laid-back coastal city of over 173,724 people (2021) in North Central Queensland. Townsville is on the coast and enjoys an average of 320 days of sunshine a year. It is an appealing place for locals and a great jumping off point for visitors, especially to Magnetic Island which is only 25 minutes by passenger or car ferry. A great spot for visitors wanting a taste of rural Australia while not venturing far from the coast.