Bare Creek Trail Run

Bare Creek Trail Run Sunday 8 November 2026. Sydney's friendliest trail run in the stunning Garigal National Park.

The Bare Creek Trail Run is an exciting annual event, held every year, and takes place in the bushland of St Ives on Sydney's leafy north shore. The run weaves its way through the picturesque trails of the Garigal National Park. The event features four different challenges:
2km dash - ideal for our younger community members enabling them to experience the thrill of participating in an event and an introduction to our gorgeous bushland.
6km family walk/run - a great introduction to trail running.
10km run - the event for the more serious runner.
20km - a challenging course for hill seekers and those looking to push themselves that bit further. The objective of the event is to bring the community together with a family-orientated fun day as well as a serious runner's challenge. The run includes online entry and payment, timing chips and fabulous prizes.

Which Bare Creek is yours?Four distances. Four different ways to spend a very good Sunday morning on the trails.Whether ...
03/10/2026

Which Bare Creek is yours?
Four distances. Four different ways to spend a very good Sunday morning on the trails.

Whether you’re bringing the kids, dipping a toe into trail running or looking for something that’ll properly earn the post-run coffee, there’s a distance for you.

Standard pricing ends Sunday 11 October.

barecreektrailrun.com.au

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council
TREK Bars

Sydney has finally remembered it's spring. Suddenly Sunday the 8th of November doesn't feel very far away... Whether you...
29/09/2026

Sydney has finally remembered it's spring.

Suddenly Sunday the 8th of November doesn't feel very far away... Whether you're lining up for the 2, 6, 12 or 20... There's a Bare Creek adventure with your name on it.

If Bare Creek's been sitting on your "I really should enter that" list, this is your gentle nudge. Entries are still available at barecreektrailrun.com.au


Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council
TREK Bars

👟 Most of these shoes (belonging to Mrs Bare Creek) are retired. But none of them are getting thrown out.Because every p...
10/07/2026

👟 Most of these shoes (belonging to Mrs Bare Creek) are retired. But none of them are getting thrown out.

Because every pair has earned its place.

Every scuff, every stain and every worn-out sole has a race, an adventure or a memory attached to it.

Do you still have a pair of running shoes you can't bring yourself to throw away?

What's their story?

👇 Tell us below.

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council


Only 3 days left at Early Bird pricing.If Bare Creek is on your "I'll enter soon" list, this is your reminder.Early Bird...
27/06/2026

Only 3 days left at Early Bird pricing.

If Bare Creek is on your "I'll enter soon" list, this is your reminder.

Early Bird pricing finishes at midnight Tuesday 30 June.

Choose your distance, lock it in, then enjoy having one more event to look forward to this year.

Enter at barecreektrailrun.com.au

⏰EARLY BIRD pricing for the 2026 Bare Creek Trail Run finishes at midnight on Tuesday 30 June.Whether you're chasing a P...
24/06/2026

⏰EARLY BIRD pricing for the 2026 Bare Creek Trail Run finishes at midnight on Tuesday 30 June.

Whether you're chasing a PB, tackling your first trail run, bringing the family for the 2km Dash, or just looking for a great morning on Sydney's best local trails, now is the time to lock it in.

Join us on Sunday 8 November at St Ives and experience the trails, community and atmosphere that have made Bare Creek a local favourite for more than 15 years.

🎟 Enter now and save before prices increase.

https://barecreektrailrun.com.au/

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council



Not all trail runs are created equal.One of the things that makes Bare Creek special is the variety packed into every co...
22/06/2026

Not all trail runs are created equal.

One of the things that makes Bare Creek special is the variety packed into every course.

🌿 Flowing bush tracks

🪨 Sandstone outcrops

🌳 Towering gum forests

⬆️ Climbs that make you work for the finish

Whether you're tackling the 2km Dash or taking on the full 20km challenge, you'll experience some of the best trail running terrain Sydney has to offer.

Which section of the course are you most looking forward to?

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council



😄 Every Bare Creek runner is a little bit different. 🎭 The CharacterTrail running is serious. Their outfit isn't. Everyb...
16/06/2026

😄 Every Bare Creek runner is a little bit different.

🎭 The Character
Trail running is serious. Their outfit isn't. Everybody notices them. Everybody remembers them.

🔥The Racer
Knows their target pace. Checks their watch every 500m. Claims they're "just taking it easy today" and then wins their age group.

💦 The Creek Crosser
Secretly entered just for the creek crossing. Wet shoes are a badge of honour.

☕ The Social Runner
Signs up with friends. Knows half the field. Measures success by coffees consumed before and after.

At Bare Creek, there's room for all of them.

So... which one are you?

Drop your answer below ⬇️

Or tag the friend who fits one of these perfectly.

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council


6KM SPOTLIGHTThe 6km is the perfect all-rounder at Bare Creek. If you're new to trail running, it’s welcoming, scenic, a...
09/06/2026

6KM SPOTLIGHT
The 6km is the perfect all-rounder at Bare Creek. If you're new to trail running, it’s welcoming, scenic, and achievable—with just enough challenge to make it feel rewarding. You’ll enjoy the gentle start along Cascades Trail, the iconic creek crossing, and that final climb that leaves you buzzing at the finish.

And if you’re a fast junior runner, this is where you can really push the pace on the flatter sections.

Whether you’re here for fun or to test your speed, the 6km is your gateway to the Bare Creek experience. Ready to give it a go?

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council
TrailRun

😊 Bare Creek isn't just about the trails.It's the families, the run crews, the familiar faces, the creek crossings, the ...
05/06/2026

😊 Bare Creek isn't just about the trails.

It's the families, the run crews, the familiar faces, the creek crossings, the finish-line smiles, and the feeling of being part of something people come back to year after year.

For plenty of Creekers, it's become an annual tradition.

Pace Athletic
Ku-ring-gai Council

💦Wet feet. No regrets.If you've run Bare Creek before, you'll know exactly what we're talking about.If you haven't, cons...
02/06/2026

💦Wet feet. No regrets.

If you've run Bare Creek before, you'll know exactly what we're talking about.

If you haven't, consider this your warning: there's a good chance you'll finish with wet shoes, muddy legs and a big grin on your face.

The Bare Creek Trail Run isn't about perfectly groomed paths and pristine white shoes. It's about getting out on the trails, crossing creeks, tackling a few hills and enjoying a great morning with hundreds of like-minded runners.

It's all part of what makes Bare Creek Sydney's Friendliest Trail Run.

📅 Sunday 8 November 2026
📍 Garigal National Park, St Ives

Have you tackled the Bare Creek crossings before?
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Ku-ring-gai Council



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