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A NEW ERA FOR THE MOUNTAIN GOAT TRAIL SERIES
In 2026, the Mountain Goat Trail Series evolves into the Mountain Goat Trail Festival. A one weekend celebration of trail running, community, and adventure. After years of spanning three days, we’re bringing every race and every runner together for a single, unforgettable weekend.
This shift means more energy, more atmosphere, and more connection, from the youngest goats in Billy the Kid to the endurance challenge of the Mountain Goat Marathon. With Hightail, Golden Hoof, and Surefoot completing the line-up, the entire herd will share the same trails, the same finish line, and the same festival spirit.
The Mountain Goat Trail Festival will be a true gathering of trail runners: inclusive, adventurous, and inspiring.
Discover the trails. Rediscover yourself.
SAVE THE DATE
22nd August - 15km Golden Hoof, sunset run
23rd August - 2km Billy the Kid, 12km Hightail, 21.1km Surefoot and 42.2km Mountain Goat Marathon
Discover the trails - Rediscover yourself
HIGHTAIL
A popular mid-distance trail run that takes you through some of the most iconic tracks on the mountain, including the stunning yet technical Eugenia Circuit. Hightail is the perfect start to your Sunday morning! Known for its fast downhill finish, this race has delivered blistering times over the years. Are you ready to push your limits?
BILLY
Debuting in 2022 to rave reviews, Billy the Kid has cemented its place in the Mountain Goat Trail Series. Set on scenic scout camping grounds in Moggill, this race takes you through lush, rainforest-like trails on an 8km loop—twice! Rally your second-lap mojo with cheers and high fives from spectators as you head back out to conquer the course again.
SUREFOOT
The ultimate challenge in the Mountain Goat Trail Series! This 21km course will push your climbing legs to the limit as you conquer the summit of Mt Coot-Tha not once, but three times. Test your grit, embrace the climbs, and cross the finish line to earn Strava Kudos and well-deserved finish-line hugs. Are you ready to take it on?
GOLDEN HOOF
Did someone say food, music and dancing? And trails of course...at night! Night running on trails is an experience that once done, you'll want to do over and over again. Join us for a night on the mountain as we kick off the 2026 MGT Festival by Run Vault with a twilight run, the inaugural Golden Hoof race!
Zoe - Hightail Trail Race Recap - 2025
Mountain Goat Trail Series - Adaptive Athlete Inclusion Policy
As part of our commitment to inclusion and diversity, the Mountain Goat Trail Series aims to increase and encourage the participation of adaptive athletes in trail running.
We are dedicated to providing access to the trails in a safe, supportive, and equitable environment.
We are proud to introduce a new adaptive athlete policy across all our events.
TRAIL RACES FOR EVERYONE
The Mountain Goat Trail Series by Run Vault are organised by a group of runners who love trails, adventure and all round good laughs. We've created this series to make an inclusive and safe environment for everyone to enjoy Brisbane's backyard!
Our goal is to provide an all inclusive festival for 2026 for our communities to
'DISCOVER THE TRAILS, REDISCOVER YOURSELF'
Come and Explore Brisbane’s Trails!
Join us for an unforgettable trail running experience. Enter one race or tackle them all to challenge yourself and your mates.
Mark your calendar and bring along your friends and family to discover Brisbane’s stunning trails—and maybe even rediscover yourself.
