Strickland Stinger Canicross 2026

Strickland State Forest provides the challenge: the Strickland Stinger Canicross follows the Ridge to Rainforest trail, beginning and ending at the Banksia Picnic area. It is a true "exhilarating canicross event," where runner and dog function as a single unit through the trees, connected by harness, bungee cord, and belt. The course is single-track and promises to be a demanding one, a "roller coaster ride" descending from bushland into dense rainforest before requiring a climb back out. Anticipate "significant elevation changes" instead of gentle gradients, with a focus on the "thrilling team sport" aspect of trail running: mud, exertion, and maintaining a smooth pace with your dog to the finish at the top car park.