Trail Running Events Right Here in Hobart, Tasmania!
Runners of Hobart rejoice, launching in 2019 the kunanyi trail series welcomes you to four spectacular trail runs on the slopes of kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Not from Hobart; don’t stress, us Hobartians are a friendly bunch. In fact, you’ll discover our events overflowing with bubbling camaraderie. Each season provides an opportunity to delve feet first into wonderful trails set amongst giant columns of dolerite and fern-filled gullies. Accompanied by crisp mountain air and pouncing pademelons; the magnificent vistas will have you running with camera in hand.
Runners of Hobart rejoice, launching in 2019 the kunanyi trail series welcomes you to four spectacular trail runs on the slopes of kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Not from Hobart; don’t stress, us Hobartians are a friendly bunch. In fact, you’ll discover our events overflowing with bubbling camaraderie. Each season provides an opportunity to delve feet first into wonderful trails set amongst giant columns of dolerite and fern-filled gullies. Accompanied by crisp mountain air and pouncing pademelons; the magnificent vistas will have you running with camera in hand.
The kunanyi trail series is rated AAA for:
Accessible:
No need for gallivanting hours from our capital city, the furthest you’ll travel is up to the summit of the mountain, and what a spectacular setting for the start of a run.
Adventurous:
Diverse landscapes and terrain combined with stunning scenery and epic views will guarantee you’ll be smirking like a mischievous Tassie Devil imp.
Achievable:
Expect to be challenged, this is mountain running after all. But you certainly don’t need to be elite. Remember, racing is optional, but having fun is obligatory.
The 2019 Runs
- The kunanyi Sunrise, Sunday 3 February, kunanyi / Mount Wellington summit, 7.5km
- The Organ Pipes Classic, Sunday 5 May, The Springs, 13km
- The Tolosa Half, Sunday 4 August, Tolosa Park, 21km
- The Waterworks 10, Saturday 5 October, Waterworks Reserve, 10km
Check the map below to see where each run is based, or click on The Runs for more info.
The kunanyi Sunrise
The Organ Pipes Classic
The Tolosa Half
The Waterworks 10
The kunanyi Sunrise
The Organ Pipes Classic
The Tolosa Half
The Waterworks 10
