Federation Ultra Trail

AUG

9

2026

Run through Monarto Safari Park with chances to see giraffe, rhinos, meerkats and more amid scenic trails. Distances range from 5 km family fun to a 56 km ultra with relays, and proceeds go to protecting endangered species.

Sun 9 Aug 2026

Monarto,

Website Registration

56 kilometers 35 kilometers 26 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Federation Ultra Trail is a trail running event held at Monarto Safari Park Visitor Centre, Monarto, South Australia. The event was first held in 2018 and the course uses the southern end of the Lavender/Federation Trail from Monarto Safari Park to the riverside trail head at Sturt Reserve in Murray Bridge. Since 2019 it has been part of the S.A. Five 50's Ultra series.

Course and fundraising

Runners have access to Monarto Safari Park walking trails and may see roaming wild African animals such as meerkats, giraffe, bison, chimpanzees and rhinos along parts of the route. Proceeds from past events have raised in excess of A$35,000, donated to Monarto Safari Park to help protect endangered species.

Distances and entry information

56 km Fed Ultra and relay options (relay up to 4 persons)
35 km Fed 35k
26 km Fed Mid Distance 26km
10 km Fed Zoo Loop (starts and finishes at the visitor centre)
5 km Zoo Five (family friendly, walkers allowed)

Entry fees vary by distance and by registration period. Some events show limited spots remaining and a team price for the 56 km relay. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.