Six Foot Track Marathon

MAR

14

2026

Tackle the legendary Six Foot Track Marathon, a challenging 45 km trail from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves. This iconic charity event raises funds for the Blue Mountains Rural Fire Service while showcasing classic Australian bush running.

Sat 14 Mar 2026

Katoomba,

Website

45 kilometers

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Event overview

The Six Foot Track Marathon is a trail marathon that follows the full length of the Six Foot Track. The route runs from the Explorer's Marked Tree near Katoomba to the Jenolan Caves and covers 45 km. The event began in 1984 and is organised as a not-for-profit. All profits are donated to the Blue Mountains Rural Fire Service. The RFS provides volunteer firefighters who staff the aid stations on race day. The race typically has over 1,100 entrants completing the course each year. The 2026 race date is Saturday, 14 March 2026.

Entry and partners

Race entry will open on Monday, 17 November 2025. Registration options listed for 2026 included preferred entry, lottery entry, and deferred entry from 2025, with a stated registration fee of $240 (prices shown as inclusive of mandatory charges). The event does not operate a wait list, and entries may not be sold or transferred under the race rules. Race partners and sponsors named for the event include Sydney Striders, the RFS, Tailwind Nutrition, Blue Mountains Running Co., and Camelbak. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.