72km
Port Welshpool to Leongatha
A classic ultra-distance journey from coast to country on the Great Southern Rail Trail. Run solo or as a team. Race solo or as part of a team.
Seventy-two kilometres of smooth, scenic rail trail linking coastal landscapes with rolling farmland and historic towns. The SRT 72 suits runners stepping into ultra distances as well as experienced endurance athletes – whether you take on the challenge solo or share the journey by rallying a team.
Race Start: TBC
Distance: 72km
Race Start: Port Welshpool
Race Finish: Leongatha
Elevation Gain: +578m, -490m
Cut off: 11 Hours 30 Minutes
Course Description
The SRT 72 is a scenic ultra-distance journey along the Great Southern Rail Trail, taking runners from coast to country through the heart of South Gippsland.
Not quite ready to take on the full distance? Rally a team of up to four and tackle the course as a relay.
Starting in Port Welshpool and finishing in Leongatha, the course follows the same smooth, well-maintained rail trail corridor as the 100KM events. Runners move through scenic countryside, rolling farmland and a series of charming rail towns, with heritage stations, bridges and trail markers providing a constant connection to the region’s railway past.
With gentle gradients and long, uninterrupted sections of runnable trail, the 72km is built for flow, rhythm and endurance rather than technical difficulty. It’s an ideal stepping stone for runners or teams progressing into ultra distances, while still offering experienced athletes a fast, course where smart pacing and consistency are rewarded.
Simple, scenic and deeply satisfying, the SRT 72 delivers everything that makes rail trail running special.
COURSE MAP
WHY NOT TEAM UP!
Teams of 2 or 4 are a great way to tackle this 100km endurance run.
* Teams of four or two runners.
NB: Changovers must be at these checkpoints for timing and safety purposes.
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EVENT SCHEDULE
PLEASE NOTE: There is NO On the Day registration for the 100km, 72km, 42.2km & 21.1km.
72km
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
| Saturday 30th | 5.00am | Final bus transfer for 72km leaves Event Hub to start line | Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Saturday 30th | 7.15am | Event Briefing - 72km | Port Welshpool old ferry terminal - Port Welshpool |
| Saturday 30th | 7.30am | RACE START - 72KM | Start Line - Port Welshpool old ferry terminal - Port Welshpool |
| Saturday 30th | Expected 72km race winner | ||
| Saturday 30th | 7.00pm | 72km Cut-off | Leongatha rail trail precinct |
72km
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 5.00am |
| Event | Final bus transfer for 72km leaves Event Hub to start line |
| Location | Leongatha rail trail precinct |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 7.15am |
| Event | Event Briefing - 72km |
| Location | Port Welshpool old ferry terminal - Port Welshpool |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 7.30am |
| Event | RACE START - 72KM |
| Location | Start Line - Port Welshpool old ferry terminal - Port Welshpool |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | |
| Event | Expected 72km race winner |
| Location |
| Day | Saturday 30th |
| Time | 7.00pm |
| Event | 72km Cut-off |
| Location | Leongatha rail trail precinct |
ENTRY INCLUSIONS
- Merchandise cut-off is TBC
- Race entry, epic trails and good times
- Event Hoodie - 100km & 72km (including teams)
- Event Tshirt - 42.2km & 21.1km
- Finisher medals: all events
- Event photographer along the course to capture your finest moments (purchased post-event).
- Professional electronic timing and results
- Professional medical support on course
- Valuable draw prizes
- Beautiful race venue
- Safe and professionally managed event
- Incredible support from local sport and charity groups – who receive a portion of proceeds from the event
- Post-event snacks, recovery & nutrition
- Plus...bragging rights and annual stories tell!