SOUTHERN RAIL TRAIL
New Event Date: 13TH NOV 2027
The perfect race for runners taking on their first ultra or stepping up from shorter trail events. This predominantly flat course follows the iconic Great Southern Rail Trail, passing through the historic towns of Toora, Foster and Meeniyan, each offering its own charm and insight into the region’s rich past.
Along the way, old railway stations and heritage markers provide a nostalgic backdrop, connecting runners to the trail’s history as a former railway corridor - now transformed into one of Victoria’s most scenic long-distance routes.
Elite Energy will be pin-free by 2026. We are KEEN to be GREEN, so what does this mean?
You will have the opportunity to purchase a set of BIBSNAPS as part of your entry process (or directly online)
OR You can buy a set of BibSnaps at the event (and you can use these over and over and over)
OR You will NEED to bring your pins (not that we encourage this, as we ALL want to be to be GREEN.
immerse yourself in the south gippsland region
At the southern fringe of mainland Australia, just ninety minutes from Melbourne, South Gippsland is calling. With a striking turquoise coastline, rolling green hills, and villages nestled within the folds of the land, there is plenty to love.
From water lovers to nature lovers, it is difficult to ignore the call of South Gippsland. South Gippsland is also home to Wilsons Promontory National Park which claimed many hearts for its effortless beauty, world‑class beaches and wildlife.
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running the great southern rail trail
Running along the Great Southern Rail Trail in Victoria offers an immersive experience of natural beauty, tranquility, and heritage. This trail, stretching over 130km’s, follows the path of the old Great Southern Railway, meandering through lush forests, rolling farmland, and charming small towns and stunning views of Wilsons Promontory
One of the highlights is crossing the many restored trestle bridges along the way, which provide stunning views of the surrounding landscape and add a touch of historical charm. Between towns, the trail offers quiet solitude, only broken by the sounds of nature and the rhythm of your footsteps.
S.R.T. News
SightSeeing South Gippsland
Coal Creek isn’t just a collection of old buildings—it’s a carefully curated re-creation of a late 19th to early 20th-century rural village. The site pays homage to the rich coal mining history that helped shape the town of Korumburra and the broader region. The...
The History Of The Great Southern Rail Trail
Winding through rolling farmland, lush forests, and charming country towns, the Great Southern Rail Trail is more than just a cycling and walking track—it’s a journey through the heart of Gippsland’s rich history. Stretching over 100 kilometers from Nyora to...
Presentation Breakfast
Presetation Breakfast at Leongatha (100km & 72km finishers)The Presentation Breakfast for the 100km and 72km finishers of the Southern Rail Trail Run is a celebratory event dedicated to honoring the endurance, determination, and achievement of our incredible...
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