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The 2026 Cradle Mountain Run will be held on 7th February 2026.

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Ultra-running research participation opportunity
University of Tasmania is conducting research to investigate the physiological and psychological correlates of ultra-running performance. Participation in this study will involve attending a 2.5hr testing session during mid/late January in Hobart or Launceston, tracking your mood and sleep, and sharing your race results. The data collected (and provided to you) will include your VO2max and lactate threshold, cognitive function, and psychological traits (e.g., mental toughness). 
 
If you are interested in this study, please click the link below to read more and complete a short screening survey: https://redcap.utas.edu.au/surveys/?s=N447TJLYMYFKEPLA
You can also reach out to annabel.dejong@utas.edu.au with any questions related to the study.

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2026 key updates:

New information booklet, new timing cards and removal of compass from compulsory gear.

2026 Information Booklet

Interactive course map

Avenza mobile map

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A mandatory live briefing will be held again in 2026 with updated information:

Please review the 2021 pre-recorded briefing and 2022 PWS Ranger briefing to be familiar with previous content.

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Training on the Overland Track during permit season. Please be aware of the Overland Track Usage Guidelines (Link). There are limitations on access to the track outside of the event during permit season: 1 October to 31 May. During this period runners on a day pass are only allowed to Waterfall Valley from the North; Pelion Gap and Mt Ossa from the Arm River Track, and Pine Valley turn off from the South. Longer distances during permit season require an Overland Track Permit. From 1 June to 30 September runners with a National Parks pass usually may run in either direction any distance. Please review Parks and Wildlife Service information and contact them for further information.

The Cradle Mountain Run. A 78 km run through Tasmania’s beautiful wilderness.