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Blackall100 21km

Basic Listing
  1. Run Queensland
  2. 2026 Edition

A scenic 21km introduction to Sunshine Coast hinterland rainforest trails.

Directions
Registration OpensMarch 01, 2026
DeadlineOctober 15, 2026
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October 17, 2026
Saturday 7:15am GMT+10 start
Mapleton, QLD
Australia
21 km
Loop Course
512 m
Elevation Gain
Open Registration
No lottery
No Service Requirement
Does not require trail or volunteer work
No Qualifier
No qualifier race required
Beginner Friendly
Suitable for first-timers
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2014
Established

What Makes It Great

The Blackall21 offers an accessible entry into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland trail scene, covering 21 kilometres with 580 metres of elevation gain through subtropical rainforest and along the Blackall Range ridgeline. Starting and finishing at QCCC Mapleton, the course follows sections of the Great Walk and delivers genuine hinterland scenery without the extended time commitment of the longer distances. Mandatory gear including a 1-litre water capacity and compression bandage is required for all participants. Note that crew and spectators have no access to any part of the 21km course — supporters can only meet runners at the finish line.

Difficulty

Entry-Level
3/10

Suitable for first-timers

Extreme Heat
Sun Exposure
Technical Terrain

Finish Awards

Blackall21 Bell
All finishers receive the iconic Blackall21 bell.
Finisher T-Shirt
All participants receive a special edition Blackall100 t-shirt.
Cash Prize & Trophy
1st male and female each receive AUD $250 and a custom trophy. 2nd and 3rd also receive custom trophies.

Blackall100 21km

Mapleton, QLD, AustraliaOctober 17, 2026

October 17, 2026
Course map for Blackall100 21km
DistDistance21 km
GainElevation Gain512 m
Extreme HeatSun Exposure

Entry Timeline

Registration OpensMarch 01, 2026
Registration DeadlineOctober 15, 2026
Race DayOctober 17, 2026

Lottery

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

Qualifier

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

Service Requirement

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.
21.0 km
Distance
Loop
Route
420 m
Average Elevation
512 m
Total Ascent
512 m
Total Descent
463 m
High Point
379 m
Low Point
Course map
Launch Course Explorer

Aid Stations

LocationkmElevation
Start
Start
0.0394 m
Ubajee Water Station
Aid Station
10.0447 m
CP6 – Mapleton Day Use Area
Aid Station
12.8459 m
Finish
Finish
21.0393 m

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No Dogs Allowed
On-Site Camping Available

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/

Crew Access Points

Pacer Rules

No Pacers Allowed

Crew Rules

  • Strictly no crew or spectator access to any part of the 21km course. Supporters can only meet runners at the finish line at QCCC Mapleton.

Gear Rules

Trekking poles allowed

Required Gear

No required gear specified

Recommended Gear

No recommended gear specified

Race reports from other Blackall100 events

Blackall 100: the best of the Sunshine Coast hinterlandBlackall100 100km
By Trail Runner Australia • 2025

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Register•October 17, 2026