17 OCTOBER 2026
MELBOURNE’S MOUNTAIN RUN
Established in 2012, the Roller Coaster Run has become a Trail Classic for the City of Melbourne.
EVENT VILLAGE: Kalorama Memorial Reserve, 1190-1192 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Kalorama VIC 3766
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Drawing crowds of 1,200 plus runners to the beautiful, lush forests of the Dandenong Ranges, the Roller Coaster Run by SingleTrack Events is less than one hour drive from the Melbourne CBD.
Come and experience a trail run that delivers what it says on the box: a Roller Coaster of a weekend! It’s fun, there’s ups and downs, both literally and figuratively, and by the end you feel giddy with excitement and a longing for more!
The Races
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46k Double Loop Ultra
Looking to conquer your first Ultra? Look no further, this unique challenge sees runners complete the 23k loop then turn around and do it in the opposite direction. It’s amazing how different a loop can seem in reverse, especially on tired legs. Getting dizzy? This is the ultimate Roller Coaster!
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23k Single Loop
This is a dynamic course which follows well made undulating trails through the ferny forests of the Dandenong National Park. Don’t be fooled by the beauty, there is some steep terrain to challenge the legs and the roller coaster peaks and valleys add up to a stout 1150m+ of vert!
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12k Twilight Mad Mouse
This course is perfect for anyone from the ultimate Pro to the trail newbie! This course offers the full trail experience, from the breathtaking climb up Observatory Track to the equally breathtaking view at Burkes Lookout, to the thrilling downhill of Zig Zag Track to the friendly community coming together at the finish.
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1.23k Kids Carousel
Roll Up, Roll Up! Trail legends of the future, we are calling YOU! Kickstart your kid’s trail running experience with the race on all the kids' lips. This friendly looped course around Kalorama Reserve is sure to get their hearts beating and faces smiling.
SingleTrack Events produce Trail Running Events in spectacular destinations.
Find your Epic — Run with Nature.
INTRODUCTION TO THE SINGLETRACK TEAm
Meet Nigel Preston, Colin Taylor and Joe Dorph from SingleTrack Events
NIGEL PRESTON
Event Director
Responsible for the safe production and conduction of the event supported by a strong team of volunteers and crew.
colin taylor
Program & Village Manager
Responsible for your experience. Who said gnarly can’t be fun.
joe dorph
Course Director & Athlete Services
Responsible for course design and aid stations ensuring that you Find your Epic, you are supported and you have an ace time on the way! Bright local, mountain born.
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