Ultra Running Hub Orange, NSW, Australia · Saturday, September 26, 2026
Fixed Distance 50 mi
Lonely Mountain Ultra 50mi
10 days to go
80 km Distance
3,200 m Climbing
8.8 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 40 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Field size ~20 Small. Long stretches with nobody in sight.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50mi) — 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 mountain 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 80 km of trail with 3,200 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes40 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition80 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles3,200 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps80 km almost certainly means running into the night.
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 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.