Roller Coaster Trail Run
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Event overview
The Roller Coaster Trail Run is a trail running event produced by SingleTrack Events. It was established in 2012 and is held in the Dandenong Ranges National Park on Wurundjeri land. The event village is at Kalorama Memorial Reserve, 1190-1192 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Kalorama VIC 3766. The event draws crowds of more than 1,200 runners and is located less than one hour drive from the Melbourne CBD. The page lists 17 October 2026 as an event date.
Races and course
The event offers multiple race distances:
- 46k Double Loop Ultra
- 23k Single Loop
- 12k Twilight Mad Mouse
- 1.23k Kids Carousel
The 46k race consists of the 23k loop run twice, with the second lap in the opposite direction. The 23k course follows undulating, well-made trails through ferny forest and includes steep sections and about 1,150 m of elevation gain. The 12k course includes a climb on Observatory Track, views at Burkes Lookout, and downhill on Zig Zag Track. The kids course is a loop around Kalorama Reserve. Aid stations, mandatory gear information, cut-offs, and other race rules are listed on the event’s course information pages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
