Scenic Rim Ultra 2026 Results
Official WebsiteScenic Rim Ultra 2026 was held on Saturday, 8 August 2026 at Lilybrook Recreation Area (Western Trail Head), Beaudesert Boonah Road, Coulson, QLD.
About This Event
Tackle the Scenic Rim Ultra — a brutal, scenic trail run in Queensland’s rugged hinterland. With distances from 10km to 100 miles, it’s a must for serious trail runners.
Events
Saturday 8 August
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100 Miler (160.9 km)3am
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105km6:30am
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65km6:30am
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Marathon7:30am
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25km7:30am
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10km8:30am
Quick Facts
- Date
- Saturday, 8 August 2026
- Terrain
- Trail
- Location
- Lilybrook Recreation Area (Western Trail Head), Beaudesert Boonah Road, Coulson, QLD
- Entry Fee
- Check the entry page for current prices
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Start Time
- 3:00 AM (first wave — see schedule)
- Good for Beginners
- No - this is a high-level trail ultra with steep climbs and technical terrain
Event Details
Course Description
The Scenic Rim Ultra is a loop course starting and finishing at Lilybrook Recreation Area (Western Trail Head), Coulson, in the Scenic Rim hinterland about an hour's drive south of Brisbane. Longer distances tackle 4,000m+ of elevation across four mountains, including the Dugandan Range, passing Wyaralong Dam and crossing private trails not normally open to the public. Terrain ranges from dirt road and dense forest to technical single track, with steep climbs and technical descents throughout. Organisers describe the cut-offs as generous and the on-course support as strong. All 105km finishers receive a cowboy hat, while runners in the other distances get their own unique finisher reward.
Getting There
The event takes place at Lilybrook Recreation Area, located on Beaudesert Boonah Road in Coulson, QLD. It is approximately one hour south of Brisbane. Parking is available at the venue. Public transport is limited, so it is recommended to arrive early and arrange your own transport.
Weather & What to Pack
August is winter in Queensland, with temperatures typically ranging from 8°C to 18°C. Expect cooler mornings and evenings, with potential for rain. Dress in layers, wear waterproof gear, and stay hydrated with warm fluids.
Race details last updated 6 Sep 2026
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Official WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
What distances are on offer at the Scenic Rim Ultra?
Six distances: 10km, 25km, 42km (marathon), 65km, 105km and the 100 Miler, all starting and finishing at Lilybrook Recreation Area.
What are the start times for each distance?
The 100 Miler starts at 3:00am, the 65km and 105km start together at 6:30am, the 25km and 42km start at 7:30am, and the 10km starts at 8:30am.
When does registration open and close, and what are the entry fees?
Early bird entries run 1 November 2025 to 31 January 2026, standard entries run 1 February to 31 July 2026, and late entries run 1-6 August 2026. Prices rise across the three windows, from $70 (10km early bird) up to $599 (100 Miler late entry).
How much climbing is involved?
The longer courses climb more than 4,000m over four mountains including the Dugandan Range, on a mix of dirt road, single track and dense forest with steep, technical climbs and descents.
Where does the race start and finish?
All distances start and finish at Lilybrook Recreation Area (Western Trail Head) on Beaudesert Boonah Road, Coulson, QLD, on a loop course that returns runners to the same venue.
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