Walkabout Creek
The course is fairly short at 12.5km and suitable to most runners, though it must be said it is not for the feint hearted with 450m of elevation. From the fast runner who would like to have a nice hit-out to people who are new to trail running or to those who would like to have a nice social run with friends.
Race Photos
Registration
Where
Enoggera Reservoir, 60 Mt Nebo Rd, The Gap
Open area in front of the dam wall
Google Maps reference HERE
When
Sunday 27 April 2025
Entry Fees and conditions
Participants must be over 16 years (however if you turn 16 in 2025 please contact the race organiser to discuss entering the race).
If you are between 16 and 18, you need to have your parent / guardian sign a waiver.
| Wave 1 (6:30 am) | A$65.00 |
Refunds are available up to two weeks before the event (less a $20 admin charge).
Event field limit
This event is limited to 100 participants.
Race Day
The race starts at the Enoggera Dam Wall, inside the gates of SEQ Water, which is just behind the Park ‘n Ride at the end of The Gap. In 2025 we will once again be hosting the Walkabout Creek Trail Race as part of the Brisbane Trail Marathon (BTM) race day, and increasing the distance to 12.5km. This will mean on the day runners have the option of running 42km, 25km or 12.5km.
The start will be in one wave at 6.30am, with self seeding to take place, and the first hill to sort runners out.
Timing
05:30 – Race bib pick up commences
06:30 – Race start time for all runners (no wave starts)
07:30 – Likely finish time of first runners
Hydration and Nutrition
There will be a water stop at approximately 9km along the course, so you must carry at least 500ml of water from the start. Also, make sure you are properly hydrated and fuelled at the start of the race.
Please take enough supplies with you to last you for the duration of the run, and take all of your litter with you.
No cups
This is a cup free event. Whilst you may be comfortable running without water due to the time of year we require you to carry 500mls, and please bring this bottle or cup/mug in your pack for the finish line drinks.
Post race refreshments:
Fruit, water and sports drinks are provided to participants at the end of the race. Take note of the above about BYO cups.
Coffee will be available to purchase at the finish line. We will also have the Silver Fox Initiative crew hosting a charity BBQ at the finish line for you to purchase sausages and cold drinks.
Walkabout Creek is a great area to explore, take a walk, or just hang out near the finish line to see your family and friends run the trails from across the water.
Once the presentations are done and morning tea is finished, visit the Wildlife Centre with its wombat, platypus, sugar gliders, rain forest birds, snakes and many other animals or relax from the run by kayaking the lake. See Walkabout Creek Adventures or call (07) 3517 4954 or email info@walkaboutcreekadventures.com.au.
Getting there
Car-pooling required: Due to limited parking on the day, we do ask you to car pool or even get dropped off where possible.
Park only in designated parking areas within SEQ Water’s reserved area, not along the road.
Gates will only be open from 5.30am to 6.30am and then from 8.00am until 1.00pm. If you plan to stay longer, please park elsewhere or move your vehicle out in time.
Course Details
Welcome to the seventh running of the Walkabout Creek Trail Race. It is a beautiful course around parts of the Enoggera Reservoir on SEQ Water land within the d’Aguilar National Park.
It is fantastic to have access to this beautiful area only 15minutes away from the Brisbane CBD at The Gap.
The course in 2025 again is the new course of approximately 12.5km and whilst suitable to most runners the course does have some serious hills in it, with over 450 metres elevation. From the fast runner who would like to have a nice hit-out to people who are new to trail running or to those who would like to have a nice social run with friends with a good challenge.
The race starts at the Enoggera Dam Wall, inside the gates of SEQ Water, which is just behind the Park ‘n Ride at the end of The Gap. In 2025 the new course will again finish at the same starting point under the dam wall, and will be part of the BTM and TRAQ25 event. The course covers a variety of flatter sections, steep hills, broad fire trails and single tracks.
Checkpoints / Marshals
Midpoint checkpoint at approximately 9km at intersection of E-Break and South Boundary Road (SBR)
At this checkpoint your bib number may be recorded and there will be a self-help first aid kit along with water only.
General Information and Contacts
First Aid
A Qualified First Aid person will be at the start / finish, self-help first aid kit at the 9km check point.
Catering
Water and sports drinks are provided to participants and volunteers.
Coffee may be purchased from the coffee van at the start/finish area. The Silver Fox Initiative will also be hosting a BBQ with sausages and cold drinks available for purchase to aid their Charity.
We hope you will have a great time!
Photo copyright: E Mae – Google Earth
Race Director – Paul Vennells 0407 584704
Please email with any enquiries to events@traq.org.au