Ultra Running Hub Orange, NSW, Australia · Saturday, September 26, 2026
Fixed Distance 50K
Lonely Mountain Ultra 50km
10 days to go
50 km Distance
1,900 m Climbing
5.4 Grit · Challenging
What the course asks
Climbing rate 38 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Field size ~125 Mid-sized. Company early, well spread out by halfway.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, September
Daytime high 16°C
Night low 4°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 12 h 13 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 834 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 1,900 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes38 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles1,900 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 50 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Course Notes
Held on the iconic and inspiring Mount Canobolas, just outside Orange NSW, this event will challenge runners of all levels.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.