Event Overview
The 4 Peaks Bright Alpine Climb: Mt Hotham is the Day 3 event in the 4 Peaks series, held on Monday 2 November 2026. The event starts at Tavare (Tabare) Park in Harrietville, Victoria, and covers 15km to the finish area at the Diamantina Hut site on Mt Hotham. It is open to runners and walkers, with a massed start and separate start order noted by the organiser.
What the Course Demands
This stage is defined by a sustained climb with long stretches of steep gradient. After crossing the Ovens River, the route follows Bon Accord Track for roughly 6km before turning upward on Bon Accord Spur toward the Bon Accord Hut ruins, then continues climbing to The Razorback before an undulating final kilometre to the finish. There is no on-course aid listed, so pacing and self-management are central.
Who This Event Suits Best
This event suits athletes comfortable with continuous climbing and extended time on the course, including those treating it as part of the broader 4 Peaks series. It can work well for runners targeting a hard uphill effort and for walkers prepared to maintain steady progress to meet the organiser’s summit timing guidance. Participants should also be ready to be self-sufficient given the stated lack of aid.
