A mountain marathon on the spectacular Falls Creek high plains
A mountain marathon through the spectacular Falls Creek high plains, the Alpine Challenge Marathon covers approximately 42km with 625m of elevation gain. An accessible option for trail runners with some experience, the course offers a taste of the same dramatic sub-alpine landscape as the longer events, with an 8-hour time limit.
Some ultra experience recommended
Falls Creek, VIC, AustraliaApril 11, 2026
Alpine Challenge Marathon is a loop trail race in Falls Creek, VIC, Australia, held on April 11, 2026. The course covers 41.5 km, climbs 625 m, and has an 8h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 1,543 m | — | |
Aid Station - Heathy Spur x Big River FT Aid Station | 7.9 | 1,747 m | — | |
Safety Marshal - Langfords Gap Checkpoint | 13.1 | 1,602 m | — | |
Aid Station - Cope Hut Aid Station | 18.4 | 1,685 m | 3h11:00 AM | Crew |
Safety Marshal - Cope Hut Saddle Checkpoint | 22.2 | 1,657 m | — | |
Aid Station - Pretty Valley Hut Aid Station | 26.6 | 1,691 m | 6h2:00 PM | Crew |
Finish Finish | 41.5 | 1,543 m | 8h4:00 PM |
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