Mount Glorious Mountain Trails
IN 2026 TRAQ MT GLORIOUS MOUNTAIN RACE IS GOING BIG!
Are you ready for a trail running experience that will push your limits while immersing you in breathtaking scenery? The Mount Glorious Trail Race is a challenging yet rewarding 22km course that combines stunning views with serious elevation.
🌟 The Challenge:
- 22km of epic terrain
- 1200m of climb to test your endurance
- 650m of descent to thrill your legs and spirit
22KM — QLD OPEN MOUNTAIN RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIPS🌟 The Baby G:
- 11km of terrain
- 650m of climbing to test your legs and endurance
11KM — QLD U20 JUNIOR MOUNTAIN RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIPS and OPEN DIVISION SHORT COURSE Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or chasing a new challenge, these races will deliver a combination of tough climbs, thrilling descents, and jaw-dropping natural beauty.
Race Photos
Registration
Where
Cedar Flats second picnic area, Red Cedar Park, Dundas 4306
when
Sunday 8 November 2026
Entry Fees and conditions
Participants must be over 18 years of age on the day.
| Mt Glorious Mountain Trail race – 22km |
A$95.00
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| Mt Glorious Mountain Trail race – 11km | A$65.00 (Under 20 = $20) |
TRAQ Members get a 10% discount by using their membership code
Refunds are available up to two weeks before the event (less a $20 admin charge).
Event field limit
There is a restricted total number of participants for the event which varies each year (150 in 2026).
Race Day
event SchedulE
- 05:00 – Registration commences at venue TBC at Samford
- 05:30 – Bus transport to the race start leaves Samford for 22km Community wave (3 – 4.5hrs run time)
- 06:00 – Bus transport to the race start leaves Samford for 11km Community wave (75mins – 2.5hrs run time).
- 06:30 – 22km Community Wave starts
- 07:00 – 11km Community Wave 1 starts
- 07:00 – Bus transport to the race start leaves Samford for 22km Championship wave (sub 3 hrs run time)
- 08:00 – Bus transport to the race start leaves Samford for 11km Championship/Open wave (sub 75mins run time).
- 08:00 – 22km Championship Wave starts
- 09:00 – 11km U20 Championship / Open Wave starts
- Buses back Samford will commence leaving when the first finishers fill a bus, and then depart regularly there-after.
- THERE IS NO PARKING AT RED CEDAR, THE ONLY WAY TO GET TO THE STARTLINE IS BY BUS. NO BUS, NO RACE !!!
hydration and Nutrition
This is a remote areas so you are required to carry your own water (1L) NB: this will be checked pre-race, no water, no race. Top-ups are available at three self-help points and the one manned halfway checkpoint at England Creek (will also have Tailwind (electrolyte)). There will be no cups so you must carry a refillable container.
Post-race brunch of sandwiches, fruit and liquids. Coffee is also available for runners, volunteers and supporters.
If you bring your family/friends and want to make it a longer visit, the Maiala picnic area is a great spot for some further R&R. There are also toilets, picnic tables, barbecues and water (boil before drinking) at Cedar Flats.
etting there
Bus – ONLY option
Runners in 2026 will only have the option to catch a bus to the start-line, and this cost is included in the entry fee.
Buses mean we can offer a larger field and at present we are just sorting a venue in Samford where registration will occur, before you jump on a bus to the startline. Your bib will also have the departure time of your bus written on it, make sure you are on the correct bus.
We will announce via social media, and also send all entered participants details of the venue when confirmed where registration and buses will leave from.
Buses will leave regularly after you finish your run back to Samford. After the race we will have food and drinks available back at Samford, along with some entertainment, and the award ceremony will also take place, where we will crown Qld’s Open and U20 Mountain Running Champions. So please stay after the event and join in the festivities.
We strongly suggest you carpool as parking is limited at the Samford.
Course Details
From Cedar Flats valley climb east up the ridgeline firebreak, it is initially steep, but then runnable. Turn left at the first junction, then right at Northbrook Mountain junction and go down to England Creek (midpoint and manned check point) then there is a continuous 600m climb up to the top of Mount Glorious.
When you are about to reach the top, turn left onto the historic stone-lined western ridge single trail through the rainforest. There are a few stone stairs you will climb to reach the Western Window from which it is a flat run to the finish at the clearing opposite Maiala Park. Also, see map and profile below.
The course is on the west side of the ridge, which sounds relatively cool with trees providing shade over much of the course, but it can be hot in February, so make sure you wear appropriate gear, sunscreen and carry water.
- Distance: 22km
- Total Elevation Gain: 1,200m
- Total Descent: 650m
- Route: Strava
- Cut-off time: 11.30am
Checkpoints / Marshals
CP1 – Junction of Lawton Road and England Creek Road
This is a self help checkpoint. There will be water and a plastic box containing first aid and a map.
CP2 – England Creek – midpoint
This is a manned checkpoint, with fruit, water, sports drink, Vert Nutrition gel and first aid.
CP3 – Joyners Ridge Road
Just after you leave England Creek Road – this is a self help checkpoint. There will be water and a plastic box containing first aid and a map.
CP4 – Halfway up Joyners Ridge Road
This is a self help checkpoint. There will be water and a plastic box containing first aid and a map.
Note:
This is a remote area so you must carry your own water (1 Litre); top-ups are at three self-help points and the one manned midpoint checkpoint at England Creek which will also have coke, Tailwind (electrolytes) and snacks.
There will be no cups so you must carry a refillable container.
General Information and Contacts
There are 2 start waves, in each distance. The Championship wave is the fastest, and will start after the Community wave. If you think you may have a chance to be among the fastest 3 men/women, make sure you enter the Championship wave, because the prizes go to the first three women and men from this wave only.
Conversely, if you are a slower runner, make sure you enter in the Community wave and start earlier. Please note that the start time difference between the waves varies greatly as the hope is to have as many runners finishing in a similar 1 – 2 hour window to support all runners finishing. We will then head back to Samford to celebrate everyone’s runs.
After the race, bus transport is provided to get you back to your car at Samford.
Steve Manning, Race Director
Mount Glorious Mountain Trails
Please email me for further race enquiries: events@traq.org.au