For the 50th anniversary event we have 4 distances to choose from.
The Classic – 14km
It’s picturesque and challenging but achievable. Start in Lindfield and finish at Forestville.
The race starts on the Two Creeks Track at Lindfield and winds its way along picturesque water edge trails to Roseville Bridge. After crossing the bridge, the course then takes runners up to the edge of Killarney Heights for sweeping views across middle harbour before diving back into the trails of Garigal National Park. The race finishes at Forestville Park.
The course is primarily off-road and the terrain is rough in places so you need to watch where you place your feet. This is a natural bush track, not pavement, so there will be tree branches, roots and rocks plus leaf litter and possibly mud which could be slippery. Please take care as falls and sprained ankles do happen. Times are considerably slower than on flat or smooth terrain.
The XL NOSH – 30km
For those seeking an even bigger challenge!
In the past, some runners have taken up the challenge of an even greater NOSH and run back to the Lindfield start after finishing the race.
This year, we’ve made it official and are offering an XL NOSH as a 50th anniversary special.
Start at Forestville Park and race to Lindfield before making a u-turn and heading back to Forestville. On the return route, make a right turn on Cook St trail to soak in some extra trail time before racing to the finish line.
If you are keen for some trails but something a bit shorter, we are also offering two shorter races in 2025.
NOSH 5km
NOSH – 3km
REGISTRATION AND START
Prior to starting the race, all entrants must collect their race bibs. This can be on race morning or the day before at Forestville.
Forestville Start – Forestville Park, Currie Rd, Forestville.
Lindfield Start – Two Creeks Track, just down the hill from Lindfield Oval. Allow a 10-minute walk from the Oval to get to the start.
At each start, please queue with fastest runners at the front and slower runners at the rear. There is no need to hurry to cross the line as your race time will only start when you cross the line.
We do however encourage faster runners to self-seed and start at the front of the pack. This will lead to less need to pass slower runners and also the fastest runner on the day will also be the first runner to cross the finish line.
WATER STATIONS
All runners are encouraged to be self-sufficient for both hydration and nutrition needs.
CUT-OFF TIMES
A sweep will follow the back of the field. Cut-off times will apply based on all runners reaching the finish ahead of a 1:30pm course closure. If you fall behind the sweep, you will not make the finish before official timing closes and will be disqualified.
