Margaret River Ultra Marathon 2025

โ€œThe scenery is breathtaking, the camaraderie is incredible & the sense of accomplishment is unmatched. Best weekend of the year!โ€

โ€“ Matt, 2024 80km runner

โ€œThe postcard of running eventsโ€

โ€“ Mia, 2024 42km runner

โ€œThe perfect amount of Type 1 and Type 2 fun!โ€

โ€“ Zoe, 2024 80km runner

โ€œLeaves you feeling warm and fuzzy.โ€

โ€“ Elsie, 2024 80km runner

Wow…

When runners are saying things like that ๐Ÿ‘† about the Margaret River Ultra Marathon, it’s no wonder the event sells out in just hours each year.

Weโ€™re honoured to say that โ€“ thanks to the beautiful scenery, salt-of-the-earth participants and life-changing challenge that this event provides โ€“ it has quickly become an institution on the Aussie trail-running calendar

And, in May 2025, it’s back in all it’s glory!

The much-loved, 80km Ultra Marathon will be held on Saturday 10th May, and the popular, new 42km Trail Marathon will be on Sunday the 11th.

  • Both courses will see you running through the forests, trails, beaches and bluffs on the beautiful Cape to Cape coastline in South West WAโ€ฆ
  • Both courses will offer immersive (and unique) views of famous surf breaks, iconic wineries and charismatic coastal villagesโ€ฆ
  • And both courses finish in ONE epic location for a post-race celebration at Howard Park Winery thatโ€™s second to none (live music, a huge variety of food, wine, beer and endorphin-fuelled conversation!).

So whether youโ€™re a trail running rookie, or a long distance devotee, DO NOT MISS the 2025 Margaret River Ultra Marathon.

We canโ€™t wait to share another โ€œwarm and fuzzyโ€ weekend with all you beautiful runners!

The Rapid Ascent Team

DATE10 – 11 May, 2025
DISTANCES80KM ultra marathon solo or in a relay team (of 2 to 5 runners)
42KM trail marathon solo
LOCATION80KM ultra: Hamelin Bay > Howard Park
42KM marathon: Yallingup > Howard Park
MARGARET RIVER REGION, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
WHOAustralia’s elite runners through to trail running newcomers who are keen to experience the beautiful south west – all welcome.
ENTRY INFOCLICK HERE for entry information and fees.
ENTRIESENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN
Field limits:
80KM ULTRA: 400 solo runners and 250 teams (SOLD OUT)
42KM MARATHON: 400 solo runners
This event will SELL OUT QUICKLY!
ENGAGE Connect with the event and participants on the Margaret River Ultra Marathon Facebook Chat Group

2024 Highlights Reel – get a feel for the action

Amazing event! I may have been exhausted and sore crossing the finish line, but the scenery, atmosphere and trails meant I knew I’d be signing up again for next year! Jess, 2021 Competitor

I would recommend the MRU to everyone from beginners to seasoned runners looking for a physical and mental challenge! With such an encouraging atmosphere, you feel like anything is possible! 2021 Competitor

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