Sydney Trail Half Marathon Summer Edition 2026

Lake Parramatta Reserve shapes this Summer Edition: a single-lap trail run through conservation bushland, with Hunts Creek Reserve adding a rougher edge later. The Sydney Trail Half Marathon Summer Edition suggests settling in beneath eucalypt canopies, then adjusting as the ground changes underfoot. Expect technical single tracks, waterfront trails, and fire trails, plus a picturesque waterfall and lakeside views when the course opens up. The running should feel varied rather than rhythmic, moving from narrow technical paths to open fire trails where a steady stride can be maintained. There are managed road crossings once the route enters Hunts Creek Reserve, so it is not pure wilderness, but it retains a tucked-away reserve feel. It is also a cupless event, so carrying your own bottle, flask, or vest is required, with aid on course and a finish area back at Lake Parramatta with BBQ and swimming access.