RUNNERS GUIDE

WELCOME TO THE SYDNEY TRAIL HALF MARATHON, AUTUMN EDITION

Thank you to every single one of you who has registered for the Sydney Trail Half Marathon Autumn Edition.

Bidjigal reserve holds significant value to many. I’ve run countless hours beneath the towering eucalypt canopies and we’re very lucky to still have this slice of bushland relatively untouched in the middle of Sydney.

As the race day approaches, we promise to do everything we can to ensure you all have a great day running through the bush. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Alex Treglown, Event Director

Race Details

Friday, April 3 (Good Friday)

Race date:

Start time:

7:30 am

Start and finish at:

Eric Mobbs Reserve

21.1km

Distance:

+445 m / -445 m

Elevation:

is a limited edition event and will only take place once.

Sydney Trail Half

RUNNERS GUIDE

  • Starting Location: Eric Mobbs Reserve, Castle Hill

    Finish Location: Eric Mobbs Reserve, Castle Hill

    Start Time: 7:30 am

    Distance: 21 KM

    Elevation: +445 m / -445 m

    Race Date: Friday, 3rd of April 2026 (Good Friday)

    • Race Day Bib Collection: 6:30 am

    • Race Briefing: 7:15 am

    • Race Start: 7:30 am

    • Expected First Finisher: 9:00 am

    • Cut Off Time : 11:30 am

  • Race Day: You can collect your bib between 6:30 AM and 7:15 AM at Eric Mobbs Reserve.

    Bib Numbers will be emailed to you the week of the race. No bibs are posted out.

  • The STHM Autumn 21km course takes runners through the stunning landscapes of Bidjigal Reserve which are among the best trails in the world

    This course is different to the Summer, Winter and Night Editions of the Sydney Trail Half Marathon.

    You can find a link to the course on Strava here.

    You can find a link to the course on Garmin here. 

  • During STHM Autumn you will pass an aid station at 15.4kms

    An additional water stop can be found at 9.5kms

  • Every runner must carry the following:

    • 1 x Mobile Phone

    • Water Carrying Capacity of 500ml

    • 1 x Compression Bandage

  • Runners will be able to park at Eric Mobbs Reserve which is next to the startline. Parking is free for the entirety of the event.

  • There is a strict 4hr cutoff time for the half marathon. All runners must be finished by 11:30 am

  • After crossing the finish line of the Sydney Trail Half Marathon, your accomplishment every runner will receive a commemorative medal and finishers singlet.

    There will be a post race BBQ.

  • There will be a 180 Cadence Gazebo where runners can drop a bag for post race. We recommend that you bring a fresh change of warm clothes for after the race.

    We ask that you do not leave any valuable possessions in your bag drop.

  • Given that the course can be quite technical at points it is our recommendation that you wear a trail running shoes during the event

    We recommend that you head over to your local running store and try some on.

  • There will be trophies awarded to the first, second and third males & females to cross the line.

    There are no age group trophies or awards.

    There will be live results. We will share the link pre race.

    Final results will be sent to you after the race + uploaded to UTMB for indexing

  • Toilets can be found on the start and finish line. There are no toilets found on course.

  • The STHM Autumn course is extremely well marked with trail flags, wrong way signs and directional arrows at every turn. There are also multiple marshals stationed out on course.

  • There is a qualified first aider stationed at the start/finish line and at the aid station (15.4km). If you require medical assistance on course, call the race emergency number printed on the back of your bib.

  • The Sydney Trail Half Marathon is a cupless event. Runners are required to carry their own cup, flask or hydration vest to use at the aid stations. No cups will be provided on course.

  • Every finisher receives a premium running singlet. Singlets are collected at the finish line after you cross.

MANDATORY GEAR

The Sydney Trail Half Marathon course traverses trails where it might take some time for medical and support services to reach you, therefore it is essential that every athlete carry their mandatory gear at all times.

STHM is also a cupless event. Athletes are required to carry their own drinking cup, bottle, flask or hydration vest which can be used at the aid stations.

MANDATORY GEAR LIST

  • Must be fully charged with a live SIM card capable of making calls and accessing the internet.

  • The bandage is required as you might need to use it treat sprains or potential snake bites. We recommend this snake bandage from Amazon.

  • This can be in the form of 1 × 500ml running flasks, a bladder or normal water bottles.

    Please note that STHM is a cupless event.

PURE Sports Nutrition is the official nutrition partner of the Sydney Trail Half Marathon. Their premium clean sports nutrition will be at all aid stations. (Gels and Electrolyte Drink Mix)