Paingana - Ultra Hard Series 2026

Cleland Conservation Park provides the setting: forest, a mountain atmosphere, and those "breathtaking landscapes" that make a difficult trail day rewarding. Paingana - Ultra Hard Series is part of the Australian Ultra Hard Series, setting a clear tone from the outset: "No pain no gain," with a UTMB Index tag for those focused on that aspect. The course options remain entirely on trails, featuring nature, forest, and climbing. One route includes significant vertical gain, while the other is shorter but still avoids being a simple road run. It seems like the type of event where you put on your best trail shoes, settle into the dirt, and understand that the terrain will demand effort to reach the finish line.