The Brisbane Trail Marathon & TRAQ 25
TRAQ presents the Brisbane Trail Marathon, incorporating a full 42.2km Marathon and the “TRAQ 25” a shorter demanding and challenging 25.8km trail run. In 2024 we will also be combining our Walkabout Creek Trail race which is 12.5km in distance for those seeking a shorter option. All events will be run in the iconic, spectacular terrain of the South D’Aguilar National Park and around Enoggera Reservoir.
This epic trail running event will start and finish at Enoggera Reservoir, The Gap, on the outer North-West of Brisbane city, an entry point to Brisbane’s momentous trail network.
Both the Marathon and the TRAQ 25, will traverse open fire-trails, narrow and single trials passing through a diversity of environments, eucalypt woodlands and lush subtropical rainforest. A full range of trail surfaces will provide all levels of trail runners and even road runners a challenge and the experience that is trail running.
Race Photos
Registration
Where
Enogerra Reservoir, 60 Mt Nebo Rd, The Gap
Open area in front of the dam wall
Race Start
When
Sunday 28 April 2024
Entry Fees
| Marathon – member | A$99.00 |
| Marathon | A$110.00 |
| TRAQ 25 – Member | A$76.50 |
| TRAQ 25 | A$85.00 |
Minimum Ages
- TRAQ 25 – 16 years of age on the day,
- Marathon – 18 years of age on the day.
Refunds / Withdrawals
Refunds are available up to two weeks before the event (less a $20 admin charge). This event is capped at 300
Race Day
mandatory Gear
Trail running is a challenging sport on remote trails. Medical and support services are located on the trails at intermittent checkpoints. It may take some time to reach a participant on the course, therefore Mandatory gear is the minimum equipment you are required to carry during an event. This ensures your safety and the safety of others should you be required to assist a fellow trial runner until help arrives.
Marathon
- Capacity to carry 2 litres of water, (Bladder or Soft Flask)
- Mobile phone, Consider Text due to limited coverage.
- First Aid Kit – Compression Bandage ( 7.5cm x 2.5m), Space Blanket, Wound Dressing (10cm x 10cm)
- Whistle
- Soft Cup as cup free event
TRAQ 25
- Capacity to carry 1.5 litres of water, (Bladder or Soft Flask)
- Mobile phone, Consider Text due to limited coverage.
- First Aid Kit – Compression Bandage ( 7.5cm x 2.5m), Space Blanket, Wound Dressing (10cm x 10cm)
- Whistle
- Soft Cup as cup free event
Suggested Gear
In addition to water ensure you have your own sports nutrition drink or gels to meet your nutritional needs along the way.
Checkpoints provide water, electrolyte (Trail Brew), lollies, fruit, self help first aid kits, and Cola from the 17km/30km mark (CP2/4).
Make sure you do not litter, you can leave rubbish at the checkpoints.
Post Event Catering – subject to any current restrictions:
The entry fee includes fruit, water and electrolytes (Trail Brew) to help you replenish and recover afterwards.
Coffee will be available for purchase at the start/finish line. There will also be cold drinks and a BBQ available from the Silver Fox Initiative crew. Remember “Mental Health Starts with a Chat”.
Race Day Timing
k
05:30 – Recommended arrival time to collect bib
05:45 – Race briefing
06:00 – Marathon start
06:15 – TRAQ25 start
06:30 – Walkabout Creek Trail Race (12.5km)
getting there
Getting There
Access to the dam wall is via the SEQ Water access road, HERE
Park only in designated parking areas within SEQ Water reserved area (race crew will direct you) not along Mt Nebo Road.
Gates will be open from 05:15, locked at 6:30 till approximately 8:00 when reopened until 14:00. If you plan staying longer, please park near-by and walk in. Car pooling is recommended as parking is limited, We like to respect our neighbours and keep noise to a minimum, and please don’t obstruct any public roads or access to other areas.
Race Start
Course Details
Both the Marathon and TRAQ25 courses will traverse open fire-trails, and narrow, single trails passing through a diversity of environments, eucalypt woodlands and lush subtropical rainforest. A full range of trail surfaces will provide all levels of trail runners and even road runners a challenge and an experience that is trail running.
TRAQ 25
Distance: 24.7km
Total Elevation Gain: 1,037m (approximate)
All Trails Map: TRAQ 25
GPX, KML and TCX files can all be downloaded from the All Trails map
Cut-off time: 5 hours 30 minutes
The Half Marathon heads from away from Enoggera Reservoir to the Reservoir Trail (beside the water) to 69 Break, South Boundary Rd onto Centre Rd as you ascend to Mt Nebo to enjoy the narrow gruelling section of “Hell Hole Break”.
Back towards the reservoir via South Boundary Rd to E Break for the return sprint to the finish in front of the dam wall.
Marathon
Distance: 42.37 km
Total Elevation Gain: 1,796m (approximate)
All Trails Map: Brisbane Trail Marathon
GPX, KML and TCX files can all be downloaded from the All Trails map
Cut-off time: 7 hours (1pm). CP’s on course will also have cut-off times which will be advised in the pre-race email briefing note.
The Trail Marathon heads west away from Enoggera Reservoir on the Reservoir Trail (beside the water) to 69 Break, South Boundary Rd onto Centre Rd as you ascend to Mt Nebo to enjoy the narrow gruelling section of “Hell Hole Break”.
Back onto South Boundary Road. out along South Boundary Rd this time to Scrub Rd, up to Mt Nebo Break, for a trot along Blacksoil Break, this trail will take you back to South Boundary Rd for the return leg to E Break for the sprint to the finish in front of the dam wall.
Checkpoints / Marshals
Checkpoints & Services
TRAQ 25
Checkpoint 1- 10.5km, Centre Rd / Mt Nebo Rd
Checkpoint 5 – 17.3km, South Boundary Rd / Centre Rd
Marathon
Checkpoint 1- 10.5km, Centre Rd / Mt Nebo Rd
Checkpoint 2 / 4 – CP2 -17km / CP4 – 30.5km, South Boundary Rd / Black Soil Track
Checkpoint 3 – 24.5km, Scrub Rd / Mt Nebo RdCheckpoint 5 – 34km, South Boundary Rd / Centre Rd
- Marshals will be deployed at various sections of the course to assist with direction and guidance.
- Checkpoints will have water, electrolyte (Trail Brew), lollies, fruit, self help first aid kits and Cola.
- Race bib numbers will be checked off at the checkpoints.
- There will be no drop bags or support crews permitted at checkpoints.
- All sweepers and checkpoint marshals have the authority to withdraw any runner, at any time, who they feel is unlikely to complete the run within the cut-off period allowed (and their judgement is final). They may also decide to retire runners at a checkpoint if they feel that this is in the best interests of the runner and/or the race.
- Please note that sweepers, checkpoint crews are all volunteers most being experienced trail runners, please respect their assistance and guidance, they are acting on behalf of the event organiser and are only considering your safety.
- You may also be retired (race shortened to 25km) at the 17km mark of the Trail Marathon if you are behind the pace required to finish before the cut-off time.
General Information and Contacts
- There will be no pacers.
- There will be toilets at South Boundary Rd/Hell Hole pass.
- Make sure you are familiar with the course – see the maps.
- All finishers will receive a medal.
I hope you will have great fun running in this event, and I’m looking forward see you all at the finish line!
Paul Vennells, Race Director, Brisbane Trail Marathon
Please email me for further race enquiries: events@traq.org.au