The Woodlands Trail Run, part of the Trailsplus series, returns to the Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale, Victoria, on Sunday, May 24, 2026. This event offers a unique running environment on the grounds of the Living Legends homestead, where retired champion racehorses reside. The course is situated near the end of the Tullamarine runway, providing a distinctive backdrop for trail runners and aviation enthusiasts alike.
The event features a tiered start schedule to accommodate distances ranging from introductory loops to ultra-marathon challenges. Each race follows specific timing for check-in and briefing to ensure athlete safety and course management.
| Distance | Check-in | Briefing | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 km | 07:00 AM | 07:45 AM | 08:00 AM |
| 42 km | 08:00 AM | 08:45 AM | 09:00 AM |
| 21 km | 09:00 AM | 09:45 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 10 km | 10:00 AM | 10:15 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Canicross | 10:00 AM | 10:45 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 2 km | 10:30 AM | 11:15 AM | 11:30 AM |
| 5 km | 11:00 AM | 11:45 AM | 12:00 PM |
Participant Logistics and Event Features:
The Woodlands Trail Run 2026 offers a diverse range of challenges for the regional running community, balancing athletic endurance with the preservation of local history and natural landscapes.
May 24, 2026
Distance — 50K
Type — Running
08:00
$115.00
May 24, 2026
Distance — 42K
Type — Running
09:00
$105.00
May 24, 2026
Distance — 21K
Type — Running
10:00
$85.00
May 24, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
11:00
$65.00
May 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
12:00
$55.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Melbourne.
Learn more about the host city, Melbourne.
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and second biggest city, with Victorian-era architecture, extensive shopping, museums, galleries, theatres, and large parks and gardens. Many of its 5.2 million residents are both multicultural and sports-mad. The capital of the south-eastern state of Victoria, and located at the head of Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne is a magnet for migrants from all over the world, and consistently ranks as one of the world's most livable cities.
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