Welcome to the Run Larapinta Stage Race
2026 Event Dates
CONFIRMED: Friday 14th August to Monday 17th August, 2026
2025 Event Review
- RESULTS: Daily Stage Results and Overall Placings View HERE >>
- PHOTOS: via Fortkail HERE >> (be sure to credit: Forktail; and tag #runlarapinta and @RapidAscent)
- MEDIA STORY: Read Here
- SOCIAL MEDIA: Summaries of each Stage and Images – HERE >>
Welcome
Welcome to Run Larapinta – an extraordinary trail running experience through the very heart of Australia.
This is a race through a landscape that transcends time, where the tectonic lines of the MacDonnell Ranges stand solid and strong as the Larapinta Trail weaves its route like a magic serpent in the dust. It’s a landscape of boundless beauty that leaves you in awe at every step.
But more impressive than the country we get to experience, it’s the people that make this race really special. Coming from all corners of the nation, of all speeds and specialties – everyone becomes equal out here as we share an experience you’ll never forget. Ever.
WHEN:
Friday 15 to Monday 18 August 2025
WHERE:
Larapinta Trail in the MacDonnell Ranges, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia.
ENTRIES:
Entries have now SOLD OUT
UPDATE 6:00PM (AEDT) 28 October: We have experienced record levels of interest for the 2025 event and advise that entries to the Malbunka and Namatjira courses have both sold out (6hrs after entries opened!). CLICK HERE to add your name to the wait list for an entry. Click Here for wait list terms and conditions
FIELD LIMIT:
Run Larapinta has a field limit of 200 4-Stage Runners to preserve the experience for all.
THE COURSE:
The Malbunka (long course)* |
The Namatjira (short course) |
20km – 45km stages |
14km – 30km stages |
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| VIEW MALBUNKA DETAILS | VIEW NAMATJIRA DETAILS |
*NOTE, the Malbunka course has selected minimum entry requirements and is aimed at trail runners. Walking the entire course each day will NOT meet the cut-offs.
“That was an amazing and unbelievable experience for me; I’ve never been here before and I just couldn’t believe how nice (and tough!) it is!“ – Corey Milner (Overall Malbunka Winner 2023)
Join us for an unforgettable trail running experience in Australia’s spectacular Red Centre.
VIDEO INSPIRATION
“Run Larapinta was an amazing way to see a beautiful part of Outback Australia. The trail is tough, but the beauty of the area, its vastness and majesty made every step worthwhile. I feel privileged to have seen a special part of our country and met some lovely people along the way.” – Karen, 2019 participant.
“Across mountain ridgelines, through dry sandy river beds and over endlessssss rocks in the heat of the sun – we overcame all these challenges on our way to the finish line! But what was an even greater standout for me was sharing the experience with everyone else. I’ve formed life long friendships for years to come!“
– Mary, 2022 event participant.
2024 EVENT WEEK REVIEW
- Stage Results – including GC: View Here >>
- Daily Facebook Summary with Images:
- Post Event News Story: Read Here >>
