Entries open on 1 September for the Noosa Ultra-Trail which returns for its third year and will be held from 21-24 March, 2024.
The event is already the largest trail run event in Queensland and in 2024 a field of 1800 runners is expected to traverse the spectacular Noosa Biosphere Trails located within the Noosa Hinterland.
Event director Nick Stewart said, “We’re excited to open our ‘Early Bird’ entries on 1 September and welcoming athletes to Noosa.”
“A dream and vision has been realised now that the Noosa Ultra-Trail is Queensland’s most popular festival style trail run events.
“The support we have had from Tourism and Events Queensland, Queensland Parks and Wildlife and Tourism Noosa has been fantastic and we’re thrilled to be able to showcase the Noosa Hinterland to people from around Australia and all over the world.”
One of the premier events on the Australian trail running calendar, the Noosa Ultra-Trail offers runners a choice of six distances, including the Forest 15, Cross Country 25, Pomona Sundowner 30, Out’N’Back 50, Hinterland Traverse 80, and the ultimate challenge – the Ultra-Trail 100.
The diverse range in distances and terrain has seen the event welcome participants from a range of disciplines, such as road runners, triathletes, hiking and trekking, alongside traditional trail runners.
The event is a UTMB INDEX level event, attracting some of the world’s best trail runners including race ambassador Kellie Angel (nee Emmerson) a three times World Trail Running Championship Australian representative.
Joining Kellie as race ambassadors once again are Craig Alexander (5 x World IRONMAN Triathlon Champion), Matt Golinski (nationally recognised celebrity chef and Noosa local) and renowned wellness specialist Kat Harding (internationally renowned yoga instructor and also a Noosa local).
A range of fantastic lifestyle activities are part of the four day schedule which provides event participants and their family and friends the opportunity to experience the best of what Noosa has to offer.
Noosa Ultra-Trail participants have the chance to run through the stunning national parks, state forests and along quiet country roads whilst taking in the exquisite charm of towns such as Pomona and Cooran.
The race precinct, located in Tewantin, welcomes runners back to an exciting atmosphere, with international food trucks and well deserved beverages from Noosa Hinterland Brewing Co on offer.
The Noosa Ultra-Trail team look forward to delivering another successful event whilst continuing to promote the notion of sustainable tourism to the Noosa region, and encouraging everyone to experience the challenge and enjoyment of trail running.
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