Hut2Hut Trail Run is a 52km ultra marathon in Great Ocean Road, Australia. Distance: 52km. Elevation: 1,800m D+. Difficulty: accessible (Challenge Rating 37/100). DNF rate: 8%. Time limit: 12h. Surface: trail. Established 2017.
Hut2Hut Trail Run
Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia
"52km along Australia's Great Ocean Walk. Coastal cliffs, rainforest, and historic lighthouse huts."
A stunning coastal 50K connecting historic lighthouse huts along Australia's Great Ocean Walk — one of the most scenic first ultras in Australia.
The Course
Point-to-point along the Great Ocean Walk on Victoria's stunning coast. The course connects historic lighthouse keepers' huts while traversing coastal cliffs, temperate rainforest, and windswept heathland with ocean views throughout.
hilly
point-to-point
4
Runner Experience
Standard aid station support with food, drinks, and basic medical assistance at regular intervals.
Warm, inclusive finish line with a strong community feel. Runners celebrate together regardless of finish time.
Race Day Weather
18°C
12° – 24°
65%
25%
Australian late summer — warm and generally pleasant. Sea breezes keep temperatures comfortable. Rain possible.
Stats & Records
2017
250
07:00:00
Entry
AUD 220
August
weeks
Lore & Trivia
Hut2Hut connects Alpine mountain huts (rifugi) in a multi-stage format that echoes the classic hut-to-hut trekking tradition of the Alps. The race format — running between staffed mountain huts with meals and beds — strips away the logistical complexity of self-supported races while preserving the mountain immersion. It's the social, convivial side of mountain ultrarunning: shared meals, mountain hospitality, and the camaraderie of arriving at a hut together after a hard day.
- ▸ The course follows the Great Ocean Walk, passing near the famous Twelve Apostles rock formations.
- ▸ Whale sightings from the trail are common during migration season.
- ▸ The historic huts along the route were built for lighthouse keepers in the 19th century.
- ▸ Koalas are regularly spotted in the eucalyptus forests along the course.
- ▸ Established in 2017.
Hut to hut in the Alps — the way mountain running was meant to be. Arrive at a rifugio, eat pasta, sleep, repeat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Hut2Hut Trail Run? +
Hut2Hut Trail Run is a 52km (52km) ultra marathon with 1,800m of elevation gain. The course is point-to-point on trail terrain.
How hard is Hut2Hut Trail Run? +
Hut2Hut Trail Run is rated accessible with a Challenge Rating of 37/100 (Moderate). The DNF rate is 8%. Runners have 12 hours to finish.
What is the weather like at Hut2Hut Trail Run? +
Average temperature is 18°C (range 12°C to 24°C) with 65% humidity and a 25% chance of rain. Australian late summer — warm and generally pleasant. Sea breezes keep temperatures comfortable. Rain possible.
Are crew and pacers allowed at Hut2Hut Trail Run? +
No crew access is permitted. Pacers are not allowed.
What is the average finish time for Hut2Hut Trail Run? +
The average finish time is 07:00:00. About 250 runners finish each year. The DNF rate is 8%.
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