Bare Creek Trail Run

Bare Creek Trail Run Sunday 8 November 2026. Sydney's friendliest trail run in the stunning Garigal National Park.

The Bare Creek Trail Run is an exciting annual event, held every year, and takes place in the bushland of St Ives on Sydney's leafy north shore. The run weaves its way through the picturesque trails of the Garigal National Park. The event features four different challenges:
2km dash - ideal for our younger community members enabling them to experience the thrill of participating in an event and

an introduction to our gorgeous bushland.
6km family walk/run - a great introduction to trail running.
10km run - the event for the more serious runner.
20km - a challenging course for hill seekers and those looking to push themselves that bit further. The objective of the event is to bring the community together with a family-orientated fun day as well as a serious runner's challenge. The run includes online entry and payment, timing chips and fabulous prizes.

😄 Every Bare Creek runner is a little bit different. 🎭 The CharacterTrail running is serious. Their outfit isn't. Everyb...
16/06/2026

😄 Every Bare Creek runner is a little bit different.

🎭 The Character
Trail running is serious. Their outfit isn't. Everybody notices them. Everybody remembers them.

🔥The Racer
Knows their target pace. Checks their watch every 500m. Claims they're "just taking it easy today" and then wins their age group.

💦 The Creek Crosser
Secretly entered just for the creek crossing. Wet shoes are a badge of honour.

☕ The Social Runner
Signs up with friends. Knows half the field. Measures success by coffees consumed before and after.

At Bare Creek, there's room for all of them.

So... which one are you?

Drop your answer below ⬇️

Or tag the friend who fits one of these perfectly.

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council


6KM SPOTLIGHTThe 6km is the perfect all-rounder at Bare Creek. If you're new to trail running, it’s welcoming, scenic, a...
09/06/2026

6KM SPOTLIGHT
The 6km is the perfect all-rounder at Bare Creek. If you're new to trail running, it’s welcoming, scenic, and achievable—with just enough challenge to make it feel rewarding. You’ll enjoy the gentle start along Cascades Trail, the iconic creek crossing, and that final climb that leaves you buzzing at the finish.

And if you’re a fast junior runner, this is where you can really push the pace on the flatter sections.

Whether you’re here for fun or to test your speed, the 6km is your gateway to the Bare Creek experience. Ready to give it a go?

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council
TrailRun

😊 Bare Creek isn't just about the trails.It's the families, the run crews, the familiar faces, the creek crossings, the ...
05/06/2026

😊 Bare Creek isn't just about the trails.

It's the families, the run crews, the familiar faces, the creek crossings, the finish-line smiles, and the feeling of being part of something people come back to year after year.

For plenty of Creekers, it's become an annual tradition.

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council

💦Wet feet. No regrets.If you've run Bare Creek before, you'll know exactly what we're talking about.If you haven't, cons...
02/06/2026

💦Wet feet. No regrets.

If you've run Bare Creek before, you'll know exactly what we're talking about.

If you haven't, consider this your warning: there's a good chance you'll finish with wet shoes, muddy legs and a big grin on your face.

The Bare Creek Trail Run isn't about perfectly groomed paths and pristine white shoes. It's about getting out on the trails, crossing creeks, tackling a few hills and enjoying a great morning with hundreds of like-minded runners.

It's all part of what makes Bare Creek Sydney's Friendliest Trail Run.

📅 Sunday 8 November 2026
📍 Garigal National Park, St Ives

Have you tackled the Bare Creek crossings before?
Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council



🎉 Entries are now open for the 2026 Bare Creek Trail Run!Join us on Sunday 8 November for Sydney's Friendliest Trail Run...
29/05/2026

🎉 Entries are now open for the 2026 Bare Creek Trail Run!

Join us on Sunday 8 November for Sydney's Friendliest Trail Run presented by Pace Athletic.

Whether you're chasing your first trail run, tackling the popular 6km, stepping up to the 12km, or taking on the full 20km challenge, we've got a distance for you.

Expect flowing trails, creek crossings, great coffee, a fantastic event village atmosphere and some of the best trail running Sydney has to offer.

📍 Garigal National Park, St Ives
🏃 2km | 6km | 12km | 20km

Register now:
www.barecreektrailrun.com.au

Ku-ring-gai Council

Join us on the 8 November 2026 for a 2km, 6km, 12km or 20km trail through the Garigal National Park in Sydney.

16/04/2026

Another quick course preview from Bare Creek's new sister event

If you’ve run Bare Creek, you know how we like to do things.We’re launching a second trail run — Forest Trail Run.Same o...
10/02/2026

If you’ve run Bare Creek, you know how we like to do things.

We’re launching a second trail run — Forest Trail Run.

Same organisers. Same distances. Same community-focused vibe.

Different location, different trails, equally good running.

Bare Creek isn’t changing. This is simply another event for people who enjoy this style of trail run. Check it out at https://foresttrailrun.com.au

01/11/2025

This is why we run. The trails are looking great.


Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council
Trail Gaiters Australia

The trails are calling — BUT spots are vanishing fast! 🏃‍♀️Jump in before your distance disappears at barecreektrailrun....
31/10/2025

The trails are calling — BUT spots are vanishing fast! 🏃‍♀️
Jump in before your distance disappears at barecreektrailrun.com.au 🌿


Pace Athletic
Trail Gaiters Australia
Ku-ring-gai Council

Join us on the 2 November 2025 for a 2km, 6km, 12km or 20km trail through the Garigal National Park in Sydney.

Address

Acron Oval, Garigal National Park
Sydney, NSW
2075

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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