Castle Hill Trail Run

The Castle Hill Trail Run is a popular off-road running event held in Townsville, centred around the iconic granite monolith of Castle Hill – held as part of the Outer Limits Trail Run Series. Rising above the city and coastline, Castle Hill provides a challenging and scenic backdrop, with courses that combine steep climbs, rocky terrain and panoramic summit views.

The event offers multiple distance options to suit a range of abilities, from shorter introductory trail runs through to more demanding courses that tackle sustained ascents and technical descents. Participants navigate a mix of dirt tracks, singletrack and exposed sections, with elevation gain a defining feature of the experience.

All courses are clearly marked and supported with aid stations and event marshals to ensure a safe and well-managed race environment. With its punchy climbs and rewarding vistas over Townsville and the Coral Sea, the Castle Hill Trail Run is ideal for runners seeking a tough but achievable trail challenge in North Queensland.