Woolworths Great Pyramid Race 2026 Results
Official WebsiteWoolworths Great Pyramid Race 2026 was held on Saturday, 1 August 2026 at Norman Park, Gordonvale.
About This Event
The Great Pyramid Race is Gordonvale's iconic mountain race up 922m Walsh's Pyramid, running since 1959. Seven events on one day - from a free Dash for Cash to the gruelling 12km summit race - plus markets and family activities at Norman Park.
Events & entry fees
Saturday 1 August
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The Woolworths Great Pyramid Race8am$180
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1800m Juniors Race Kids The Intrust Group 1800m Juniors Race8:15am$30
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3km Cross Country The Mountain View 3km Cross Country8:45am$45
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The Hospitality Hearts Half Pyramid Race10am$95
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The Terry James MP Race to the Base10:30am$55
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The Charity Fun Run12pm$35
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Dash for Cash KidsStart TBATBA
Quick Facts
- Date
- Saturday, 1 August 2026
- Terrain
- Mixed - road and mountain trail
- Location
- Norman Park, Gordonvale, QLD
- Entry Fee
- Free - $205 (tiered by distance and registration date)
- Difficulty
- Very challenging (mountain events); easy for the 3km, 1800m Juniors and Charity Fun Run
- Start Time
- 8:00am (Great Pyramid Race); other events from 8:15am to 12:00pm
- Good for Beginners
- Yes, for the 1800m Juniors Race, 3km Cross Country and Charity Fun Run - the Great Pyramid and Half Pyramid Races require a good level of fitness
Event Details
Course Description
Since 1959, the Great Pyramid Race has sent runners from Norman Park in Gordonvale out along Mill Street and the old Bruce Highway bridge to Walsh's Pyramid, a granite peak rising 922 metres above the cane fields. The flagship 12km race climbs to the summit through dense vegetation and exposed rock before a steep, controlled descent back down; the Half Pyramid Race turns at the halfway rock, and the Race to the Base turns at the mountain's foot. Shorter events - the 3km Cross Country, 1800m Juniors Race and the untimed Charity Fun Run - stay on the flat roads around town, while five Dash for Cash sprints add a 100m cash prize dash for spectators. SES volunteers mark runners off at checkpoints on every mountain event.
Getting There
All seven events start and finish at Norman Park in the centre of Gordonvale, a town on the Bruce Highway south of Cairns. Runner check-in and bib collection is at the registration tent at Norman Park on the Friday and Saturday before racing. The park also hosts market stalls, food and family activities for the up to 5,000 spectators who attend each year, so arrive in good time before your race's check-in window closes.
Weather & What to Pack
Early August falls in the dry season for tropical Far North Queensland, and while nights in Gordonvale can be cool, race organisers warn that daytime temperatures on race day can still exceed 30°C with high humidity. Rain is uncommon at this time of year but the exposed granite of Walsh's Pyramid offers little shade on the climb. A hydration backpack is compulsory for the Great Pyramid and Half Pyramid Races because of the heat and exertion involved, and organisers advise runners to consider their fitness and health carefully before racing in these conditions.
Race details last updated 6 Sep 2026
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Official WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
What races are held at the Great Pyramid Race?
Seven events run on the day: the 12km Woolworths Great Pyramid Race to the summit, the ~9km Hospitality Hearts Half Pyramid Race to the halfway rock, the 6km Terry James MP Race to the Base, the Mountain View 3km Cross Country, the Intrust Group 1800m Juniors Race (ages 7-17), the untimed Charity Fun Run, and five 100m Dash for Cash sprints.
How much does it cost to enter?
Entry fees are tiered by registration date. The Great Pyramid Race is $160 (early, to 30 April), $180 (standard, to 30 June) or $205 (late, to 30 July); the Half Pyramid Race is $85/$95/$105 over the same windows. Race to the Base is a flat $55, the 3km Cross Country $45 and the 1800m Juniors Race $30. The Charity Fun Run is $35 for adults and $30 for juniors. Dash for Cash is free and entered on the day.
Are there cut-off times?
Yes. In the Great Pyramid Race, runners must reach the halfway point within 1 hour 30 minutes and finish within 4 hours or are recorded as DNF. In the Half Pyramid Race the base cut-off is 45 minutes and the overall limit is 3 hours. The 3km, 1800m and Race to the Base events each have a 45-60 minute time limit. The Charity Fun Run is untimed.
Is any gear compulsory?
Yes - a hydration backpack is compulsory for both the Great Pyramid Race and the Half Pyramid Race; runners without one on the mountain track can be disqualified. Race singlets and bib numbers must be worn at all times, and personal music devices are banned in every event for safety.
Can I register on the day of the race?
No, except for Dash for Cash. Every other event closes to registration before race day (the official site states 'NO ON DAY REGISTRATIONS'), so runners must book online in advance through the event registration platform.
parkruns near this race
Free, timed 5km every Saturday morning. A good hit-out between races.
- Cairns parkrun Sat 7:00am · 21 km away · Cairns North
- Glenoma parkrun Sat 7:00am · 23 km away · Brinsmead
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