Mt Coot-Tha Trail Festival 2026

Mount Coot-tha serves as the central point, with runners assembling at Legacy Way Car Park before starting on the trails. In 2026, the Mountain Goat Trail Series will be integrated into the Mt Coot-Tha Trail Festival, described as "a single day dedicated to trail running, community, and adventure," following years of being held as separate events. This shift suggests a more informal trail gathering rather than a highly organized road race, "uniting all races and all runners" on the same day. The available races span from Billy the Kid for younger participants to Hightail, presented as "your introduction to the trails," and Surefoot, "a genuine challenge of endurance and concentration." Participants can anticipate smooth singletrack paths, challenging technical sections, undulating ascents, satisfying descents, and ample bushland running to engage both novices and experienced trail runners. Children, families, newcomers, and seasoned trail runners all converge at the same finish line, a distinctive feature: a single group, a shared trail day, and abundant enthusiasm.