Sydney Trail Half Marathon
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Sydney Trail Half Marathon : Summer Edition (Lake Parramatta)
The Sydney Trail Half Marathon presented by 180 Cadence is a single‑lap trail race held at Lake Parramatta Reserve on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026. The event covers a distance of 21 km with total elevation gain and loss of +386 m / -386 m.
The course passes waterfront trails, technical single track and fire trail sections. Along the route runners encounter a waterfall, lakeside views and eucalypt canopy. There are road crossings to access Hunts Creek Reserve and the waterfall; marshals will be stationed at those crossings.
Aid support is provided at two on-course stations located around 9.5 km and 14.5 km, plus an aid station at the finish. The on-course drink mix Näak Ultra will be available and aid stations offer water, fruit and lollies. The race is cupless; athletes must carry their own drinking cup, bottle, flask or hydration vest.
Mandatory items to carry during the race are a fully charged mobile phone with a live SIM, a compression bandage, and water carrying capacity of at least 500 ml. The event enforces a strict 4 hour cutoff for the half marathon.
Included for participants are a premium running singlet, free race photos, a finishers medal and a commemorative bucket hat. Post-race provisions include a BBQ, a cafe offering hot coffee, a bag drop at the 180 Cadence gazebo and access to a swimming area at the finish. Race capacity is limited to 500 runners per day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
