5km RAIL RUN
Leongatha (out & back)
Perfect for beginners or fast runners aiming for a PB.
SRT 5 out-and-back course on smooth rail trail – perfect for beginners or fast runners aiming for a PB.
South Gippsland Region, Victoria
Race Start: TBC
Location: Leongatha
Distance: 5km
Elevation Gain: +54m, -55m
Course: Great Southern Rail Trail
Race Finish: Leongatha
Course Description
The SRT 5 is a fun and inclusive out-and-back event on the Great Southern Rail Trail, designed to welcome runners, joggers and walkers of all ages and abilities.
Starting and finishing in Leongatha, the course follows a flat, smooth section of rail trail before turning around and heading back to the finish. With wide paths, gentle terrain and no technical sections, participants can move comfortably at their own pace.
Course Map: 5km
Leongatha Rail Trail precinct (out & back)
KEY INFO FOR SRT RUNNERS >>
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Event Schedule
The 5km will have a rolling presentation
10km, 5km & 2km
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
| Saturday 30th | 7.00am-8.50am | Registration for 10km and 5km | Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Saturday 30th | 8.45am | Event Briefing - 10km and 5km run | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Saturday 30th | 9.00am | RACE START - 10KM | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Saturday 30th | 9.05am | RACE START - 5KM | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Saturday 30th | 11.30am | RACE START - 2KM FAMILY DASH | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
10km, 5km & 2km
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 7.00am-8.50am |
| Event | Registration for 10km and 5km |
| Location | Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 8.45am |
| Event | Event Briefing - 10km and 5km run |
| Location | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 9.00am |
| Event | RACE START - 10KM |
| Location | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 9.05am |
| Event | RACE START - 5KM |
| Location | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 11.30am |
| Event | RACE START - 2KM FAMILY DASH |
| Location | Start Line - Leongatha rail trail precinct |
What you get!
FINISHER MEDAL
Plus…
- Access to aid stations/ Refill Water Points located around the course
- Professional medical support on course
- Professional electronic timing and results
- Event photographer along the course to capture your finest moments
- Opportunity to win a random prizes at the presentations after the race
- Valuable draw prizes
- Event central expo
- Sponsors products
- Beautiful race venue
- Timing chip and results on event day
- Safe and professionally managed event
- Incredible support from local sport and charity groups – who receive a portion of proceeds from the event
- Aid stations on the run courses (42, 21, 10 & 5km) with water and drinks
- Post-event snacks, recovery & nutrition
- Bragging rights and annual stories tell