Lamington Classic
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About the race
The Lamington Classic is a trail run established in 1970 and held within parts of the World Heritage listed rainforest of Lamington National Park in Queensland, Australia. The course follows the Border Track between Binna Burra and Green Mountain O'Reillys and is run on Class 4 walking track with exposed roots, rocks, steep grades and possible muddy or overgrown sections.
Available race options:
- 21.3 km one way crossing between designated start and finish points.
- 42.195 km double crossing that starts slightly into the forest to achieve marathon distance.
The 42.195 km entry requires prior completion of a hostile trail race of 30 km or longer, a compulsory three minute stop at the O'Reillys turnaround, and carrying at least 1 litre of fluid at the start plus a compression bandage. 21.3 km entrants must have completed a 21.1 km road race and carry at least 600 ml of fluid at the start. Competitors should treat GPS readings with caution because of forest canopy cover.
Logistics note: organisers provide limited transport of personal overnight gear and manage carpooling between parking points; entrants are responsible for ensuring their vehicle and gear are at the correct locations. Water is provided only at the Binna Burra and Green Mountain ends of the course so runners must carry sufficient fluids. There is no prize money; trophies are awarded and lunch is included with registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
