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AKD Otway Trail Run

Name: AKD Otway Trail Run
Start: 2026-03-22
End: 2026-03-22
Location: Gellibrand

Gellibrand, Victoria, Australia

calendar_today 22 Mar, 2026

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sell $40.00 – $60.00

About the Event

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Australian bush at the AKD Otway Trail Run on Sunday, March 22, 2026, offering a 9:00 AM start for a 16km journey and a 10:00 AM start for a 6.3km run along the historic Old Beechy Rail Trail. This accessible, non-technical event is the perfect introduction to trail running for beginners while still providing a rewarding challenge for seasoned runners, all set within the breathtaking Otway Ranges of Victoria. The point-to-point courses finish in the charming village of Gellibrand, where a hearty post-race meal and community celebration await.

Your participation directly supports the Colac Area Health Foundation's Wellness Centre Appeal and Rotary youth programs, adding purpose to your picturesque run. With convenient bus transport between start points and the finish line, this well-organized event invites you to run, explore, and extend your stay in one of Victoria's most captivating natural regions.

Races Offered

16km

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 16km

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09:00

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$60.00

6km Run

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 6km

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09:00

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$50.00

6km Walk

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 6km

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09:00

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$40.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Gellibrand.

thermostat Temperature

11.9° / 23.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

10.3° / 21.1°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 14m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.1 mm

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air Avg wind speed

10.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

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73.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:24

nightlight Sunset

18:43

About Gellibrand

Learn more about the host city, Gellibrand.

Gellibrand is a town in south west Victoria, Australia. The town is located in the Otway Ranges midway between the Princes Highway and Great Ocean Road in the Colac Otway Shire, 176 kilometres (109 mi) south west of the state capital, Melbourne. At the 2016 census, Gellibrand had a population of 210. Gellibrand is home to the Otway Districts Demons Football and Netball Club, who play Australian Rules Football and participate in the Colac & District Football League.