Margaret River Ultra Marathon

Trail Running covering 80.2 km with up to 1,660 m D+ in North Blackwood (Victoria, Australia)

Location

North Blackwood, Victoria, AustraliaShow on map(37.4167° S, 144.3667° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

First edition2018

Elevation gainUp to +1,660 m

Margaret River Ultra Marathon is an endurance sporting event in North Blackwood, Victoria, AU focused on Trail Running. First held in 2018, 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, Relay.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Margaret River Ultra Marathon (80.2 km, +1,660 m D+), and Margaret River Ultra Marathon relais (80.2 km, +1,660 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 (margaretriver.rapidascent.com.au).

Official website

Margaret River Ultra Marathon in North Blackwood (Work: "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka 1994-12-10", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka 1994-12-10" · Photo: **Alpsdake** · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Seaside & Coast Nature & Off-Road Forest Relay Lakes & Ponds Mountain High Altitude

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Margaret River Ultra Marathon	Trail Running	80.2 km	+1,660 m	8 m - 705 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Margaret River Ultra Marathon relais	Trail Running	80.2 km	+1,660 m	11 m - 708 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

80.2 km

Elevation gain

+1,660 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,660 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 705 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

4.1 % / 7.4 %

Course format

Loop course

80.2 km+1,660 m D+Peak 705 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 705 m above sea level (+1,660 m D+, -1,660 m D-)

Peak: 705 m·at 43.4 km·Ø 4.1 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Margaret River Ultra Marathon take place?

Margaret River Ultra Marathon takes place in North Blackwood, Victoria, AU (start area at coordinates 37.4167° S, 144.3667° 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 Margaret River Ultra Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Margaret River Ultra Marathon (80.2 km, +1,660 m D+), and Margaret River Ultra Marathon relais (80.2 km, +1,660 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Margaret River Ultra Marathon?

The main competition (Margaret River Ultra Marathon over 80.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,660 m of elevation gain and -1,660 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 705 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 Margaret River Ultra Marathon?

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