8KM | 16KM | 24KM
Experience the thrill of the Manly Dam Trails with our 8km looping course. Traverse along the water’s edge, soaking in the stunning views, before descending back down and crossing the Manly Dam Bridge. For anyone contemplating giving trail running a go this is a great place to start with a challenging but achievable course.
Three entry categories providing an option for all running abilities.
Lap 1 follows the Manly Dam loop clockwise around the lake finishing over the Manly Dam Bridge.
Lap 2 kicks off anti-clockwise, starting on the Manly Dam bridge and finishing down sloping trails.
For any brave souls taking on 3 laps, choose the route you think will get you to the finishing line the quickest.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHT
15% discount on select products
Fuelling runners at aid stations
EVENT HIGHLIGHT
Free N/A Beer at end of race
Merch prizes and giveaways
EVENT HIGHLIGHT
Merch giveaways and prizes
First to know on future collabs
More to be announced
Pre race nutrition and advice to keep you energised throughout the run.
Aid stations to keep you on track and fuelled for the remainder of the run.
Coldray Endurance will be on hand to support any newbie trail runners.
We have teamed up with St Johns Ambulance for all first aid needs on the day.
The 8km loop will be clearly marked to guide the runners around the course.
There will be a post event food and entertainment for all participants.
Fully timed event with live tracking and instant results after crossing the finish line.
Aid stations to keep you on track and fuelled for the entirety of the run.
The 8km loop will be clearly marked to guide the runners around the course.
We have teamed up with St Johns Ambulance for all first aid needs on the day.
There will be a post event food and drinks for all participants.
We will have merch and awards up for grabs from our various sponsors.
We will have some merch up for grabs...more info to be announced on this soon.
Nothing works better than a post recovery ice bath, especially mid winter!
We will be giving out some fun awards at the end of event for various categories.
Registration: TBD
Race start: TBD
Race finish: TBD
Awards: TBD
We run a no plastic policy at all of our events. Please bring your own 500ml refillable water bottles. There are bubblers at the registration area.
As the event is during the winter months, we also recommend bringing extra layers as it can get cold out on the trails.
We will have nutrition packs for everyone as part of the event ticket cost, but if you have a preferred energy source then please bring yourself.
If you’re brave enough to jump in the ice baths post event, please remember a towel for after.
Yes there is plenty of available parking spaces next to both the registration desk and the main start line of the event.
Please note you will need to pay for parking.
The main registration area will be set-up at picnic table number 10. When you first arrive into Manly Dam Park, you will follow the road around to the right and you will see us set-up next to the main facility.
Car Park available within 10 metres
Toilets located within 20 metres.
Outdoor showers located within 20 metres.
Yes we will have St John’s Ambulance at the event site.
Yes you can transfer your ticket either online or at the event to another participant.
For online, please head to your Active MyEvents account to transfer the ticket.
For on the day, please ask the new participant to bring the original event booking email, and we will process the request at the registration counter.
Please note there is a $20.00 admin processing cost for any ticket transfer.
Yes you can either downgrade or upgrade the event distance after purchase.
You will need to do this through your Active MyEvents account.
There will be no refunds if you decide to downgrade.
You will need to pay the difference in category cost if you decide to upgrade.
In general we don’t refund tickets for change of mind cancellations. However we understand life gets in the way so please contact us direct for any cancellation requests.
Race and Event Director: Mark
Email: [email protected]
Event organisers had planned everything to the minutest of detail including the gear – hats, nutrition pack etc. It felt as if a lot of planning and research had gone into preparation for this event. It was one of the best Saturday mornings I have experienced.
The event exceeded my expectations – it was so well organised. We each received a goodie bag prior to the run and to top it off there was ice baths and a bbq afterwards. I would highly recommend Alpha Trail Events to anyone interested in trail running.
The experience started well with a little goodies pack! I really enjoyed the experience, the optional second lap was also great as it allowed for refuelling and deciding whether to do the longer distance. The bbq at the end was also great.
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