Brisbane Trail Marathon
Given the recent impact on some of the SEQ trail network and the work subsequently being undertaken by QPWS and SEQ Water, The Brisbane Trail Marathon has undergone a few tweaks to the course for this year only.
There was a slim possibility that we could adhere to the original course, but with a decision not being likely to be made until days before the event, we’ve made the decision to employ a contingency plan. It will remain the same challenging and picturesque event that you’re used to and we’ll be back to the original course for 2023.
All the details you need are available in the ‘Course Details’ section (link below)
Past Results HERE
Race Photos
Registration
Where
Enogerra Reservoir, 60 Mt Nebo Rd, The Gap
Open area in front of the dam wall
Race Start
When
Sunday, April, 30th 2023
Entry Fees
TBC
Minimum Ages
Half Marathon 17 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).
Event field limit
There is a total field limit of 300 participants for the event.
Race Day
Mandatory Gear
Marathon – Mandatory Gear
- 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 – TRAQ cups available at registration
Half Marathon – Mandatory Gear
- 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 – TRAQ cups available at registration
Suggested Gear
Checkpoints provide water, electrolyte / sports drink, lollies, fruit, self help first aid kits, and cola from the 21km/14km mark.
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 a BBQ, fruit, soft drink, / water and sports drink to help you replenish and recover afterwards.
Coffee will be available for purchase at the start/finish line.
Race Day Timing
05:30 – Recommended arrival time to collect bib
05:45 – Race briefing
06:00 – Marathon start
06:15 – Half marathon start
Getting there
Getting There
Access to the dam wall is via the Koala Plantation access road, HERE
Park only in designated parking areas within SEQwater reserved area (race crew will direct you) not along Mt Nebo Road.
Gates will be open from 05:15, till 14:30 if you plan staying longer. 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, please don’t obstruct any public roads or access to other areas.
Race Start
Course Details
Half Marathon
Distance: 24.7km
Total Elevation Gain: 1,037m (approximate)
All Trails Map: Brisbane Trail ½ Marathon
Cut-off time: 5 hours 30minutes
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
Cut-off time: 7 hours
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 trial 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
Check Points
1. 11km Mt Nebo Rd/Centre Rd
2. 17km South Boundary / Scrub Rd (full)
3. 25km Scrub Rd / Mt Nebo Break (full )
4. 34.5 South Boundary / Centre Rd (all)
Marshal/Water Point – South Boundary/E Break
Paramedic will be at top of Hell Hole Break also the port-a-loo will be located here.
Marshals will be deployed at various sections of the course to assist with direction and guidance.
Checkpoints will have water, electrolyte / sports drink, 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 oraginser and are only considering your safety.
You may also be retired at the 27km 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.
Make sure you are familiar with the course – see the maps.
All finishers will receive a medal.
Toilets are located at the start/finish area and at 21/14km checkpoint, which is close to the 33km mark.
I hope you will have great fun running in this event, and I’m looking forward see you all at the finish line!
Please email me for further race enquiries: events@traq.org.au