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Mt Solitary Ultra

Name: Mt Solitary Ultra
Start: 2026-04-26
End: 2026-04-26
Location: Sydney, New South Wales

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calendar_today 26 Apr, 2026

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About the Event

Test your limits in the heart of the Blue Mountains at the Mt Solitary Ultra on April 26, 2026. This classic 45km trail race delivers a spectacular and demanding journey, with over 2,500 meters of elevation gain across fire trails, technical singletrack, creek crossings, and iconic rock scrambles. Starting at 7:00 AM from Wentworth Falls, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking wilderness views and a profound sense of achievement as you conquer one of Australia's most revered ultra courses. Organised by the not-for-profit Running Wild Trail Association, the event emphasises pure, low-cost adventure and a strong, supportive trail community. With a focus on self-reliance and mandatory gear, it's the perfect preparation race for UTA or a standalone challenge for seasoned trail runners. Secure your spot for a raw and authentic mountain experience where every grueling ascent is matched by unforgettable beauty.

Races Offered

Mt Solitary Ultra

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 45K

terrain

Type — Trail running

timer

07:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Sydney.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 13.8° / 21.6°

wb_sunny 12.3° / 20.7°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.9 /

water_drop 78.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 13.8° / 21.6°

wb_sunny 12.3° / 20.7°

air 11.9 km/h

water_drop 78.6%

About Sydney

Sydney is the Harbour City, and is the oldest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia with an enviable reputation as one of the world's most beautiful and livable cities. Brimming with history, nature, culture, art, fashion, cuisine and design, it is set next to miles of ocean coastline and sandy surf beaches. The city is also home to the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, two of the most iconic structures on the planet. The gateway to Australia, it lies on the deepest natural harbour in the world and stretches for 140 kilometres.