27K
TRAIL RUN
Challenge yourself with the 27km run in the Snowy Mountains.
The 27km course is a punchy but rewarding challenge. Starting from The Stables Resort in Perisher Valley, the trail climbs through Smiggins Hole and Guthega before reaching the highest point of the race at 1,894m. With 731m of ascent and 727m of descent, you’ll experience rolling peaks, flowing technical trails, and unmatched views across Kosciuszko National Park.
Perfect for experienced runners stepping up to alpine terrain or as a speedy, spectacular test for trail veterans.
Event date: 14 February 2026
Race start & cut-off times: See schedule
Start location: Stables Resort, Perisher Valley
Pricing: Learn more
Min age: Learn more
COURSE MAP
THE AAA TERRAIN
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY 13TH, FEBRUARY 2026
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SATURDAY 14TH, FEBRUARY 2026
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ENTRY FEES
There is no event merchandise included after the 23rd of January, 2026
ENTRY
May 21 - Oct 24
Oct 25 - Dec 19
Dec 20 - Jan 23
Jan 24 - Feb 14
ON THE DAY
DAY LICENCE
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May 21 - Oct 24
Oct 25 - Dec 19
Dec 20 - Jan 23
Jan 24 - Feb 14
ON THE DAY
DAY LICENCE
EVENT INFORMATION
PRE-EVENT INFORMATION
- Competitor categories
- 18-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (Male & Female)
- Age as of race day
- Requests for withdrawal must be sent via an email to our Athlete Services (office@eliteenergy.com.au), at LEAST 7 days before the event. Please refer to the Refund & Transfer Policy for more details.
ON EVENT DAY
- All parking for the event will be at Perisher Village.
- Race briefing for the 27km event will be at 10.50am on 14 February at The Stables Resort, Perisher. This is the mandatory race briefing for this event.
- Participants must be self-sufficient with hydration on the course.
- Ensure you are aware of the effects of dehydration, hypothermia and extreme fatigue, if you do not feel fit to continue, please withdraw from the race at the next aid station.
MANDATORY GEAR LIST
- As the Mount Kosciuszko National Park is an isolated area, it is important that competitors are equipped with basic equipment to help in case of an emergency.
- If you pass an injured runner, please stop to assist them until an Elite Energy staff member or until someone from medical arrives. Record how long you were stopped to assist and notify an Elite Energy staff member at the end of the event and they will organise to adjust your time accordingly.
- A decision will be made regarding the bad weather gear on Thursday afternoon from 6pm, and it will be posted on social media as well as posted up around the event site.
PRESENTATION & PRIZES
- Age group podium prizes (1st, 2nd & 3rd)
- Presentation details to be confirmed in the confirmation email sent prior to the event.
RESULTS
- Your results can be accessed via multisportaustralia.com.au and clicking on the event you completed – results should be posted within an hour of finishing your event.
- Results can be also accessed via the results link at the top of the page.
- Results will be uploaded as soon as possible after the completion of the event.
WHAT YOU GET
There is no event merchandise included after 23rd January, 2026
- Valuable draw prizes
- Sponsors products
- Beautiful race venue
- Timing chip and results on event day
- Safe and professionally managed event
- Police or professional traffic control personnel at all major intersections
- Traffic restrictions or partial/total road closures (dependent on local authorities approvals)
- Incredible support from local sport and charity groups – who receive a portion of proceeds from the event
- Sanctioning, technical support and insurance through triathlon NSW
- Aid stations on the run courses with water and drinks
- Post-event snacks and recovery nutrition
- Bragging rights and annual stories to tell
INCLUDED MERCHANDISE
- AAA Hat
AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE
Merchandise is available to purchase at time of registration
- Hoodies $75 (All events)
- Event tee $35 (All events)
- Caps $15 (All events)
