Queensland's premier WSER qualifier — 101km of subtropical hinterland trails in October heat.
The Blackall100 100km threads through subtropical rainforest, towering eucalypt forests, and deep gullies of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, following much of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk. The course packs in 3,290 metres of elevation gain over 101 kilometres, passing iconic landmarks including Kondalilla Falls (with its dramatic rock pool circuit), Baxter Creek Falls (crossed via a suspension bridge limited to two people at a time), and the notorious 'Gav's Gut Buster' climb on Gheerulla Bluff with sweeping Mary Valley views. With a 24-hour cutoff, most runners experience the full journey from sunrise through the night, requiring headlamps for the final hours. Hot October conditions — temperatures regularly reaching 30–40°C — are by design: the race was conceived as a WSER qualifying event to prepare runners for Western States' legendary heat. All finishers ring the iconic Blackall100 bell at the finish line.
Some ultra experience recommended
Mapleton, QLD, AustraliaOctober 17, 2026
Blackall100 100km is a loop trail race in Mapleton, QLD, Australia, held on October 17, 2026. The course covers 101.3 km, climbs 2,981 m, and has a 24h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 392 m | — | ||
CP1 – Kondalilla Falls (outbound) Aid Station | 7.8 | 367 m | — | ||
CP1 – Kondalilla Falls (return) Aid Station | 12.2 | 367 m | 2h30m8:30 AM | ||
CP2 – QCCC Mapleton Aid Station | 22.5 | 393 m | 4h30m10:30 AM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Ubajee Water Station Aid Station | 32.5 | 446 m | — | ||
CP3 – Sam Kelly Road Aid Station | 41.8 | 115 m | 9h3:00 PM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Halfway Oasis Aid Station | 49.1 | 463 m | 11h30m5:30 PM | ||
Gheerulla Falls Water Station Aid Station | 57.1 | 366 m | — | ||
Ubajee Water Station Aid Station | 61.2 | 446 m | — | ||
CP4 – Mapleton Day Use Area Aid Station | 64.0 | 451 m | 15h9:00 PM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Cooloolabin Water Station Aid Station | 72.2 | 352 m | 17h11:00 PM | ||
CP5 – Cooloolabin Dam Aid Station | 82.4 | 318 m | 19h30m1:30 AM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags |
CP6 – Mapleton Day Use Area Aid Station | 92.8 | 412 m | 22h4:00 AM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags |
Finish Finish | 101.3 | 392 m | 24h6:00 AM +1 |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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Onsite dorm-style accommodation at QCCC Mapleton (school camp facility). Race weekend package covers Friday afternoon through Sunday morning including all meals. BYO linen or hire a linen pack ($65). Pricing: $195/person in large share rooms (8-berth); $800–$1,360 for private group rooms (4–8 berth). QCCC grounds not accessible before 3:30pm Friday. Book early — limited beds. Details at qccc.org.au/discover-mapleton/
October temperatures regularly exceed 30°C in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, and have approached 40°C in recent race years. Carry maximum water between checkpoints.
Strong Australian spring sun on exposed road sections and ridgelines. Sunscreen and sun-protective gear strongly recommended for daytime sections.
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