The course venue is Mount Coot-tha park itself, where the Hightail (12km) kicks off from the main trailhead. Participants will navigate a mix of forested paths and open trails, benefiting from well-maintained surfaces that provide both challenge and beauty. Notable route features include tight corners and steep ascents, offering runners scenic views as they progress through the course. The Surefoot (21km) race follows closely behind Hightail, following similar terrain but extending further into the park's interior. Both courses offer a mix of runnable sections interspersed with more technical parts that require careful navigation, ensuring an engaging and rewarding experience for all participants. Starting at 7am sharp, runners will enjoy a gradual elevation gain as they make their way through the course before reaching the finish line back in the central park area. Along the route, there are no official aid stations; however, volunteers offer water points to those who need it. The Hightail race features a brief out-and-back section for its final kilometer. Weather conditions on race day can be described as mild with temperatures ranging from 11 degrees Celsius at their lowest to 21.6C during the event, feeling slightly cooler due to high humidity levels around 72%. A light breeze of about 9 km/h is expected throughout the morning but may pick up towards midday, creating a comfortable race environment.
Billy The Kid (2km kids) 2km • Start: 05:30:00 • Fee: A$25.00
To register for this event visit . Registration fees are A$25.00 for the Billy The Kid, A$79.00 for Hightail, and A$179.00 for Surefoot. Early bird registration closes on July 30th. Bibs can be picked up at the Mount Coot-tha park office between August 20th and 22nd from 4pm to 8pm or on race day starting one hour before the event. Participants should bring a photo ID for verification purposes along with any additional items as per the instructions provided. The start location is located in the main carpark of Mount Coot-tha park, accessible via Ferny Grove Road and adjacent to the Brisbane Botanic Gardens. The festival welcomes runners aged 10 years and above; first-timers are encouraged to arrive early for last-minute preparations. The Mt Coot-Tha Trail Festival on August 23rd in Queensland is a testament to community spirit and trail running adventure, offering participants of all ages an inclusive space to explore the trails. The event's focus on inclusivity and support for local communities makes it a worthwhile experience for runners seeking both challenge and camaraderie.
Races Offered
Billy The Kid (2km kids)
Aug 23, 2026
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2km
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05:30
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$25.00
Hightail (12km)
Aug 23, 2026
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12km
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05:30
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$79.00
Surefoot (21.1km)
Aug 23, 2026
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21km
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05:30
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$179.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Mount Coot-tha.
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11.0° / 21.6°
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9.0° / 19.5°
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Avg sunshine hours
9h 38m
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Avg rainfall
1.6 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
9.3 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Very High (8.4)
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Humidity
72.4%
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Sunrise
06:16
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Sunset
17:26
About Mount Coot-tha
Learn more about the host city, Mount Coot-tha.
Mount Coot-tha is a mountain and a suburb of the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Visible from much of the city, the surrounding slopes of Mount Coot-tha is the Mount Coot-tha Forest, a popular bushland tourist destination, other sites of interest include the Mount Coot-tha Lookout, Brisbane Botanic Gardens and Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, as well as a mountain drive, bike trails, parks including two waterfalls, and television and radio towers. In the 2021 census, Mount Coot-tha had a population of 0 people.
