Simpson Desert Ultra
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About the race
Simpson Desert Ultra is an outback ultramarathon staged near Birdsville in the Simpson Desert, Australia. The event offers five distance options: 25 km, 50 km, 75 km, 100 km and 160 km, with racing scheduled over 5–7 June 2026. The course traverses vast desert terrain, presenting a true endurance challenge in a remote setting.
Organizers provide planning resources on the website, including course details, mandatory gear, aid stations, cut-off times and travel information, plus shuttle-bus options. Travel and accommodation details are also available. The event acknowledges the Wangkangurru Yarluyandi Traditional Custodians and promotes reconciliation in the Birdsville region today. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.