The Lithgow Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival is an annual trail running event held at Hassans Walls Reserve in Lithgow, NSW, Australia. The 2026 edition offers multiple race distances: 5km, 10km, 22km, 30km, a full marathon (42.2km), and a challenging 50km ultra marathon with approximately 2400m elevation gain, traversing 13 ridges via dirt roads, 4WD trails, walking paths, and mountain bike single tracks. Runners enjoy spectacular views of the Lithgow, Hartley, Megalong, and Kanimbla Valleys.
The event features aid stations, mandatory safety gear, drop bag services, and a recovery area with Tailwind Nutrition support. It fosters a friendly atmosphere with catering, camping, merchandise, and prizes for all finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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