The Trail Running Series - Silvan
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The Trail Running Series - Silvan: course description
Date: Sunday 2 August, 2026. The Silvan event takes place in the Dandenong Ranges and features varied trail terrain, repeated climbs, and forested sections through Mountain Ash and fern-lined valleys. Organisers note the courses are a little harder than others in the Series because of several significant hills.
Distances and ascent:
- Long Course: 21.7 km, 703 m ascent
- Medium Course: 15.1 km, 400 m ascent
- Short Course: 7.3 km, 175 m ascent
The Long Course runs over single track and double track with large climbs and two water points near the 9 km and 17 km marks. The Medium Course follows lower routes through valleys and avoids the Arboretum summit; it includes a water point near 9 km and separates from the other courses until the final section. The Short Course stays on lower flanks, uses weaving single track and has no water points.
All courses use a handicap start format so runners from different distances mix on sections of trail. Course markings are provided and must be followed; markings include coloured arrows, coloured plastic surveyor’s tape, and white flour arrows. The finish area has wider trails and dirt roads where courses converge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
