Lamington Classic
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The Lamington Classic
The Lamington Classic is a trail running event held on the Border Track within parts of the World Heritage listed rainforest of Lamington National Park in Queensland, Australia. The course links O'Reilly's (Green Mountain) and Binna Burra and is run on a Class 4 walking track with rough surfaces, exposed roots and rocks, creek crossings and steep sections.
Distances offered:
- 21.3 km one-way crossing between designated start and finish points.
- 42.195 km double crossing starting from Binna Burra to reach marathon distance.
The measured one-way distance was obtained using a steel wheel; GPS readings may be unreliable under forest canopy. Runners in the full marathon must meet qualifying requirements and observe a compulsory three minute stop at the O'Reilly's turnaround. Mandatory gear includes at least 1 litre of fluid at the start for marathon runners (600 ml required for 21.3 km runners) and a compression bandage.
Logistics cover transport of runners and overnight gear between meeting points, and limited parking at finish locations may require car relocation or car pooling. Water is provided only at each end of the course; there are no formal aid stations between ends, so runners must carry sufficient fluids and a personal cup.
Safety notes highlight the remoteness of the track, potentially long evacuation times, basic first aid support on the course and expectations for runners to assist others in distress. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
