The Guzzler Ultra Trail Running Festival

Mt Coot-tha hosts this challenging trail weekend, with The Guzzler Ultra Trail Running Festival utilizing Brisbane's "spectacular trail network" without transforming it into a road race. The emphasis is strongly on trail running: 99% single track and fire trails, technical sections, and "stunning bushland scenery" instead of easy paths. It attracts elite runners seeking qualifiers, recreational runners who have completed a serious training block, and beginners attempting the shorter distance. The main course connects the three oldest reservoirs sequentially, while the Big Sipper begins at Enoggera Reservoir before returning participants into the hills. Anticipate significant climbing, clearly marked trails, early morning starts for longer distances, and sufficient uneven terrain to maintain a challenge. Even the accessible Dry Run remains a trail race, so the distinct feature is straightforward: select your version of the same demanding mountain environment.