Blackall 100

The Blackall 100 is an adventure-packed ultra-marathon that takes runners traversing along the breathtaking Great Walk of the Sunshine Coast.

It also serves as the Western States Endurance Run’s qualifying race and the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc.

Blackall 100, 2024 Dates, Entry, Prices, Course & Elevation Map, Mapleton

With strong ties to the local Indigenous tribe, this unbeatable event is loved as much for its tough terrain as its traditions. Make this the year YOU ring the iconic Blackall Bell as you cross the finish line.

The Blackall 100 has several events, though its primary is the 100km, followed by a 50km and a 21km half marathon. The 100km and 50km races begin and end at the QCCC, while the 21km starts at the Baroon Pocket Dam and finishes at the QCCC.

The course will be marked with reflective orange flagging tape (approx. every 250m). Directional arrows are red on a white background. These will be at intersections along the trail. Follow the direction of the arrow. These red crosses will be at intersections, indicating this is NOT the Blackall course.

Bus services will be available for the participants, with parking spots in the Mapleton Community Hall on Obi Obi Road. The three-day event has ample races so that runners, hikers, and walkers can join in on a massive ultra-marathon in some of Queensland’s most pristine locations. Those who win ring the legendary Blackall Bell at the finish line, too!

Spectators are most welcome. The event is staged from the QCCC Mapleton. This is the start for the 100km and 50km races, the finish for all three events, and checkpoint 2 for the 100k event (22.5k into the race).

Parking for the Blackall100 is at the Mapleton Community Hall, 31 Obi Obi Rd. Please follow the attendants’ instructions.
From here, it is a 400m (approx.) walk to the entrance of QC, 70 Obi Obi Rd. Please respect the local residents and do not park across driveways. Near the start/finish area, there will be live music, a coffee shop, and food available.

Mandatory Gear

For your safety, the following mandatory gear must be carried at all times:​
There will be random gear checks, and any missing item must be replaced before you can continue. Time penalties will also apply.

Mandatory Gear – 100km

• Mobile phone with these numbers for emergency contacts.
  • Brett Standring ​ 0447 711 232
  • Gavin Jackson 0417 007 960
• Course Map: All runners must have the Capra app installed on their mobile phones. This will allow them to find their location relative to the course, even if no mobile reception is available.
• Race Bib – Your allocated bib, must be worn prominently on the front of the body and must be visible at all times.
• Capacity for at least 1.5 litres of water
• Hi-visibility vest (see rule 16)* Australian Standard AS / NZS 4602–D/N Class
• Head lamp or similar
• Compression bandage
• Emergency blanket

Mandatory Gear – 50km

• Mobile phone with these numbers for emergency contacts.
  • Brett Standring ​ 0447 711 232
  • Gavin Jackson 0417 007 960
• Course Map: All runners must have the Capra app installed on their mobile phones. This will allow them to find their location relative to the course, even if no mobile reception is available.
• Race Bib – Your allocated bib, must be worn prominently on the front of the body and must be visible at all times.
• Capacity for at least 1.5 litres of water
• Compression bandage
• ​The following mandatory gear must also be carried from 3pm in the 50km event.
• Hi visibility vest (see rule 14)* Australian Standard AS / NZS 4602–D/N Class
• Head lamp or similar

​Mandatory Gear – 21km

• Mobile phone with these numbers for emergency contacts.
  • Brett Standring ​ 0447 711 232
  • Gavin Jackson 0417 007 960
• Course Map: All runners must have the Capra app installed on their mobile phones. This will allow them to find their location relative to the course, even if no mobile reception is available.
• Race Bib – Your allocated bib, must be worn prominently on the front of the body and must be visible at all times.
• Capacity for at least 1 litre of water
• Compression bandage

​Recommended gear for all races

• Cup (There are NO cups at checkpoints. Run Queensland have a ‘no cups’ policy and should you require to use one at a checkpoint, you will need to bring your own.)
• Insect repellent.
• Bite and sting treatment.
• Protective clothing (against sun, cold & wet) – may be added to the mandatory list depending on forecasts.
• Emergency blanket.

The Blackall 100 is an iconic marathon event in Australia that you should put on your bucket list today.