Event Overview
Wild Earth Coastal High is a trail running event in the Gold Coast Hinterland, staged on Saturday 29 August 2026. It is hosted by Trail Trips & Events and is listed as Triple Crown Round 3. The event is set within Lamington and Springbrook National Parks, with the race precinct and logistics centred around the Binna Burra area. Two distances are offered: 50km and 28km.
What the Course Demands
Both race options are described as featuring substantial climbing and descending, with long runnable segments mixed with more technical sections. The 28km is noted for an uphill start, a long descent to Numinbah, stairs up to Apple Tree Park, and a sustained climb toward the Springbrook finish near Purlingbrook Falls. The 50km option adds longer traverses through forested park trails plus repeated climbs late in the route.
Who This Event Suits Best
This event suits runners who are comfortable managing sustained elevation change and pacing across a long morning on remote-feeling national park trails. The 28km option can fit experienced trail runners stepping up from shorter races, while the 50km race is better matched to athletes with prior ultra-distance experience and solid downhill durability. Both courses reward steady effort and efficient aid-station execution.
