COURSES
5 KM · 15 KM · 23 KM · 42 KM
Four ways to experience the bushland trails of
Naracoorte Caves National Park.
CHOOSE YOUR COURSE
Whether you are taking on your first trail event or looking for the full Cave Run challenge, each distance offers its own way to experience the landscape.
5 KM
A welcoming introduction to Cave Run for runners, walkers and families wanting to experience the Naracoorte Caves landscape.
START TIME
10:00 am
COURSE CUT-OFF
12:15 pm
TIME ALLOWED
2 hours 15 minutes
AID STATION
Approximately 3.5 km
15 KM
A substantial trail experience with enough distance to settle into the landscape and experience more of the Naracoorte Caves bushland.
START TIME
9:30 am
COURSE CUT-OFF
12:15 pm
TIME ALLOWED
2 hours 45 minutes
AVERAGE PACE REQUIRED
Approximately 11:00 min/km
AID STATIONS
Approximately 4.5 km, 10 km and 13.7 km
23 KM
A longer course for runners looking for more time, terrain and challenge within the Naracoorte Caves landscape.
START TIME
8:30 am
COURSE CUT-OFF
11:45 am
TIME ALLOWED
3 hours 15 minutes
AVERAGE PACE REQUIRED
Approximately 8:30 min/km
AID STATIONS
Approximately 8 km and 14 km
42 KM
The complete Cave Run challenge, providing the fullest experience of the trails, bushland and World Heritage-listed landscape.
START TIME
7:15 am
COURSE CUT-OFF
1:15 pm
TIME ALLOWED
6 hours
AVERAGE PACE REQUIRED
Approximately 8:30 min/km
AID STATIONS
Approximately 8 km, 14 km, 23 km, 31 km and 38 km
AID STATIONS
Aid stations are expected to provide water, cola, lemonade, lollies and chips. Supplies remain subject to change depending on final event arrangements.
Electrolyte drinks will not be supplied on course. Participants requiring electrolytes should carry their preferred product.
Cave Run is a cup-free event. Every participant must carry a reusable cup, soft flask, bottle or other suitable drinking vessel.
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