Hounslow Classic

Hounslow Classic Marathon

Marathon·762m gain·Blackheath, New South Wales
mountaintechnicaltrailloopmarathon
DistanceMarathon
Gain762m
Date12 Sep 2026

About This Race

The marathon distance includes the full 17K route plus an additional out-and-back section from Allview Escape to the Pinnacles via the iconic Perrys Lookdown and Lockleys Pylon. This extended course provides the complete Grose Valley wilderness experience with maximum exposure to the region's most challenging and scenic terrain.

The marathon distance includes the full 17K route plus an additional out-and-back section from Allview Escape to the Pinnacles via the iconic Perrys Lookdown and Lockleys Pylon. This extended course provides the complete Grose Valley wilderness experience with maximum exposure to the region's most challenging and scenic terrain.

Elevation Profile

Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.

The course gains 762m over 42km, with the steepest section between km 74–km 74.

Location

Practical Info

Nearest Airport

SYD - Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport

Accommodation

The event village is located at Allview Escape in Blackheath, with the Blue Mountains offering various accommodation options from mountain lodges to camping facilities.

Best For

experienced trail runnersmountain runners

Notable Features

The event is renowned for its combination of cliff-top running along sheer sandstone escarpments and technical canyon descents through ancient geological formations. The course connects multiple iconic Blue Mountains lookouts and includes the famous Perrys Lookdown to Lockleys Pylon traverse, offering runners 360-degree views of the dramatic Grose Valley landscape.