Which event is right for? We have matched your exercise style with your perfect event!
With two weeks to go you may not have enough time to start training for our Marathon distances, but what about the 6 other events? Choose your challenge, from over two days in two locations, there is something for everyone including the non-runners!
FOR THE ADVENTURE SEEKERS
13km & 6.5km Trail Runs / Sunday May 15
Start: Lorne 8:10am (13km) or 8:20am (6.5km) / Finish: Lorne
Get in touch with nature as you start along the Great Ocean Road, breathing in the fresh, salty sea-side air before delving into the Great Otway National Park’s forest filled tracks of eucalypt and fern.
FOR THE LEISURE LOVERS
Great Ocean Road Walk (5km/10km) / Sunday May 15
Start: Lorne 8:30am / Finish: Lorne
This exclusive opportunity allows you to safely walk along the vehicle-free Great Ocean Road. Soak in the breathtaking Southern Ocean views and feel all your worries melt away. Want a bigger challenge? Why not walk the Brooks Half Marathon.
FOR THE ONES THAT LOVE TO WORK HARD PLAY HARD
14km Paradise Run / Saturday 14 May
Start: Apollo Bay 1:00pm / Finish: Apollo Bay
Run to Paradise (Picnic Reserve)! Start ocean-side in Apollo Bay and head inland, dipping into the Great Otway National Park before turning looping your way back and finishing at the Apollo Bay Hotel – where you can stay to celebrate for the rest of the day!
FOR THE ONES THAT LIKE TO GET AMONGST THE ACTION
6km Run / Saturday 14 May
Start: Apollo Bay 11:30am / Finish: Apollo Bay
Don’t really consider yourself a runner but love to join in and be part of something? The 6km Run is perfect for all ages and abilities. Challenge yourself and earn your very own Kieser Great Ocean Road Running Festival Medal.
FOR THE KIDS
Great Ocean Road Real Estate 1.5km Kids’ Gallop / Saturday 14 May
Start: Apollo Bay 10:30am / Finish: Apollo Bay
The perfect opportunity to get the little ones excited about being active and achieving a goal and earning a medal. Adults can accompany their child at no cost, but must register as a companion.
