Distances

10km
Sunday 20th April, 2025
21.1km
Sunday 20th April, 2025
30km
Sunday 20th April, 2025
42.2km
Sunday 20th April, 2025
50km
Sunday 20th April, 2025

Maroondah Dam Trail Run Event Highlights

  • Run through Maroondah Reservoir Park in the Yarra Ranges — spectacular scenery and vivid autumn colours.
  • Five distances available: 10km, 21km, 30km, 42km and 50km — suitable for beginners to ultra runners.
  • Part of the Trailsplus Mountain Series with series entry discounts.
  • Signature climb of Mt St Leonard: steep ascent with panoramic views and a technical rocky descent.
  • Course variety includes technical singletrack, wide fire trails and steep ascents/descents.
  • Marked route using red arrow signs, flour arrows and pink/yellow ribbons.
  • Aid stations offer water, electrolyte drinks and snacks — bring your own reusable cup or bottle.
  • Mandatory gear for 30km/42km/50km: mobile phone, windproof/waterproof jacket (if advised) and compression bandage; all runners should carry water and trail shoes.
  • All finishers receive a custom-designed medal; trophies for 1st–3rd, spot prizes and post-race BBQ celebrations.
  • Practical race notes: 4:00 PM race cut-off, parking at Henderson Picnic Area Carpark with overflow nearby, and online registration via the Trailsplus website.

Reviews & Recaps

5 out of 5 (1 review)
Atmosphere & Energy:
4
PB Friendly:
2
Scenic Course:
4
Beginner Friendly:
2
Community & Inclusivity:
4
Value for Money:
4
2017 30.0km 2:34:03 4th Verified Result
Atmosphere & Energy 4/5
PB Friendly 2/5
Scenic Course 4/5
Beginner Friendly 2/5
Community & Inclusivity 4/5
Value for Money 4/5

Loved this event and course; straight up and straight down!

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