LAKES Trail Festival – A Coastal Ultra Like No Other

From sweeping beaches to wild sand dunes, dense forest trails to tranquil lake shores—LAKES Trail Festival is Australia’s freshest ultra, offering a raw and unforgettable trail running adventure through the stunning Myall Coast.

📍 Hawks Nest, NSW
📅 Saturday 5th July 2025
✨ A trail running experience like no other

Hosted by Fully Rad Adventures, this boutique, family-run event blends incredible scenery with warm community vibes and a deep respect for nature and self-discovery. Whether you’re chasing 100km glory or jogging your first 12k trail, the LAKES is for anyone with a thirst for challenge and adventure.

🏞 Distances for Every Trail Runner

Choose your challenge across six epic distances:

🏔 100km Ultra (Solo or Relay)

⏰ Start: 7am (from Myall Lakes National Park gate)
🔁 4 Relay Legs Available (teams of 2–4)
🌟 The ultimate test of endurance. Run through sand dunes, past lakes, over beaches, and through ancient forest trails—culminating in a breathtaking Seal Rocks lighthouse section. The only time you’ll ever run the Dark Point dunes.

✅ GPS Tracker
✅ Drop Bags & Support Crew Allowed
✅ ITRA Points

🌲 70km Ultra (Solo Only)

⏰ Start: 7:30am (Race HQ – Providence Bay Park)
A stunning point-to-point ultra that hits all the highlights without going full 100km. Runners join the course just after the 100km start and experience forest, sand, beach, and pure grit.

✅ GPS Tracker
✅ ITRA Points

🌊 50km Ultra (Solo or Team of 2)

⏰ Start: 8:00am
Perfect for runners chasing their first ultra or veterans looking for a PB on a fast coastal course. Team option lets you share the load and finish together.

✅ ITRA Points
✅ Team Relay Available (Changeover at CP1)

🌿 30km Trail

⏰ Start: 8:30am
A powerful distance that delivers serious trail energy in a single loop format. Runners will experience all the terrain this region has to offer—from sand to lake edges and everything in between.

☀️ 12km Explorer

⏰ Start: 9:00am
New to trail running? This is the perfect entry point. Experience the magic of trail in a manageable format. Sand, shade, and smiles await.

👶 1km Kids Dash

⏰ 3:00pm
Big energy from our littlest runners! The Lakes Kids Run is a fun, non-competitive lap to give everyone a taste of the trail community.

🏁 Where It All Happens

All races (except the 100km) start and finish at RaceHQ in Providence Bay Park, Hawks Nest, a beautiful oceanside park that serves as the heart of the event.

100km runners start at the front gate of Myall Lakes National Park, with free shuttle buses running from RaceHQ.

📍 Race HQ: Providence Bay Park, Booner St, Hawks Nest
📍 Pre-Race Check-In: Friday 4 July, 4–7:30pm at Tea Gardens Hotel

🧭 Why You’ll Love the LAKES

• Experience landscapes few have ever run
• Iconic halfway point at Seal Rocks Lighthouse
• The only time you’ll get to run the epic Dark Point Dunes
• Incredible community atmosphere
• Cool weather, fast trail conditions
• Top-tier race logistics and volunteer crew
• Medical on-course, full safety support
• Sweet finisher medals & race mementos
• ITRA Points for Ultra Distances
• Photos, results & live tracking available post-race

🔁 Team Options

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 100km Team Relay (2–4 People)

• Each leg ~25km
• Changeover only at official checkpoints
• One GPS tracker per team
• Finish line glory—together

👟 50km Team of 2

• Changeover at CP1
• Same rules apply—run smart, run as one

🏕 Make It A Trail Weekend

Bring the crew and make a weekend of it! Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens offer coastal charm, amazing beaches, nature walks, and coffee shops to unwind post-race.

🏠 Accommodation tip: Book early through teagardenshawksnest.com
Use code: STAY2LTF for special event deals!

🧳 Logistics & Essentials

• Race Check-In: Friday 5 July, 4–7:30pm
• Gear Checks: Randomly at CPs (see mandatory gear list)
• Drop Bags: Available for 70km & 100km
• Cut-Offs: Generous (up to 30hrs for 100km)
• Support Crews: Permitted for 70/100km (check CP rules)
• Live Tracking: For 70km & 100km runners

🌡️ Weather: Mild days, cool nights—ideal trail conditions
💧 Cup-Free Event: Bring your reusable cup/hydration gear
🦘 Wildlife: You may see dingoes—respect & keep moving

🎉 The Fully Rad Experience

Fully Rad Adventures delivers more than a race. Expect real support, heartfelt stories, and that old-school trail magic. From the volunteers to the views, this is community trail running at its finest.

🎟️ Ready to Run Wild?

Register now and experience the raw beauty of the Myall Lakes like never before.

🌐 www.lakes100.com.au
📩 Questions? hello@lakes100.com.au
📱 Follow them on Instagram: @lakestrailfestival
📷 Tag your journey: #lakestrailfestival

Come for the challenge. Stay for the views. Leave with a new version of yourself.