100% Pure Trail Running

Staged in the hinterland township of Forrest, nestled in the heart of the Otway Ranges, Run Forrest showcases the regions world class trails and breathtaking natural beauty – undulating hills, flowing rivers, dense fern gullies and the cool, fresh air of the Otway Ranges. As much as Run Forrest is an event…….

 ‘more than anything it is an adventure, an escape’

‘it is freedom’  

Breathe the beauty of the Otway’s, leave the stopwatch at home and enjoy the ‘freedom of Run Forrest’.

Run Forrest competitors are a mix of backgrounds from ‘pure road runner, adventure racer and triathletes to the complete beginner’ giving the event a unique balance and feel. 

Utilising the network of trails usually only used by mountain bikers. The challenging course showcases the best of the Otway’s via 21km (half marathon) and 10 & 6km (plus 6km Kids event) of single trails surrounding Lake Elizabeth and Forrest. 

See You in Forrest Come Rain, Hail Or Shine