Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra

Trail Running covering 10.7 km to 118.8 km with up to 2,950 m D+ in Port Douglas (Queensland, Australia)

LocationPort Douglas, Queensland, AustraliaShow on map(16.4840° S, 145.4623° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2022
Elevation gainUp to +2,950 m

Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Port Douglas, Queensland, AU focused on Trail Running. First held in 2022, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including CPTU120 (118.8 km, +2,950 m D+), CPTU80 (80.9 km, +1,640 m D+), CPTU40 (39.3 km, +1,320 m D+), CPTU20 (18.4 km, +1,260 m D+), and CPTU10 Beach Smash (10.7 km, +110 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cairnsportdouglastrailultra.com.au).

Official website
Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra in Port Douglas (Work: "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka" · Photo: Alpsdake · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Seaside & CoastNature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
CPTU120Trail Running118.8 km+2,950 m8 m - 1,247 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CPTU80Trail Running80.9 km+1,640 m11 m - 700 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CPTU40Trail Running39.3 km+1,320 m14 m - 568 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CPTU20Trail Running18.4 km+1,260 m17 m - 546 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CPTU10 Beach SmashTrail Running10.7 km+110 m20 m - 66 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
118.8 km
Elevation gain
+2,950 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,950 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 1,247 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5 % / 9 %
Course format
Loop course
118.8 km+2,950 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS16.4840° S, 145.4623° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 1,247 m above sea level (+2,950 m D+, -2,950 m D-)

Peak: 1,247 m·at 64.3 km·Ø 5 %
8 m421 m834 m1,247 m0 km23.8 km47.5 km71.3 km95 km118.8 km1,247 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra take place?

Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra takes place in Port Douglas, Queensland, AU (start area at coordinates 16.484° S, 145.4623° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including CPTU120 (118.8 km, +2,950 m D+), CPTU80 (80.9 km, +1,640 m D+), CPTU40 (39.3 km, +1,320 m D+), CPTU20 (18.4 km, +1,260 m D+), and CPTU10 Beach Smash (10.7 km, +110 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra?

The main competition (CPTU120 over 118.8 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,950 m of elevation gain and -2,950 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 1,247 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cairnsportdouglastrailultra.com.au).