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John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km 2027
- Race day
- Sunday, 7 February 2027
- Location
- Hovea, Australia
- Distance
- 2.67 mi / 4.3 km
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km: 7 February 2027, 2.67 miles, from Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Race Timeline
150 days to go
More than 42 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before 2.67-mile-specific training ramps up.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km 2027: quick answers
When is John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km 2027?
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km 2027 takes place on Sunday, 7 February 2027, starting at 7:00am.
What time does John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km start?
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km starts at 7:00am from Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea.
Where does John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km start?
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km starts at Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km?
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km is 2.67 miles (4.3km).
How much does John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km cost to enter?
$25 — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Sunday, 7 February 2027
- Distance
- 2.67 miles / 4.3km
- Location
- Hovea, Australia
- Start Point
- Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea
- Start time
- 7:00am
- Surface
- Trail
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, cut-off time, age requirement, tracking app. Verus records these as unconfirmed rather than estimating them — check the official race website closer to race day.
Direct Entry Summary
$25 — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through West Australian Marathon Club.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Race Day Weather
A real forecast appears here once one exists for race day — usually about a week to ten days out. Nothing is shown until then, because a made-up forecast is worse than none.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: trail.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea
Start line.
Where John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km starts and finishes
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km starts at Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea. We haven't been able to place those on a map accurately enough to show one — a pin in the wrong place is worse than no pin.
These are the start and finish points, not the route. Verus doesn't hold course files for this race, and drawing a line between two pins would be a guess you might end up training on.
Full John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Route Breakdown
The John Forrest Trail Run takes place in the picturesque John Forrest National Park, offering runners a chance to explore scenic bush trails. The 13km route is a challenging but rewarding trail through the park, while the 4.3km option is perfect for beginners and families. Both courses provide a unique opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of Western Australia. Runners are encouraged to carry their own water, as there are no drink stations on the course.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Pace Calculator & Splits
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
1:29:53
Average pace / km
55:51
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 1:07:25 | 41:53 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 1:13:02 | 45:23 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 1:18:39 | 48:52 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 1:24:16 | 52:22 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 1:29:53 | 55:51 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 1:35:30 | 59:21 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 1:41:07 | 1:02:50 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 1:46:44 | 1:06:20 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 1:52:22 | 1:09:49 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 2:03:36 | 1:16:48 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 2:14:50 | 1:23:47 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 2:26:04 | 1:30:46 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 2:37:18 | 1:37:45 | 7:00:00 |
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km finish
21:17
An estimate only, based on Pete Riegel's race-time prediction formula. Real marathon performance depends on endurance, training specificity, pacing and race-day conditions — not just your speed over a shorter distance.
Training for a different distance? Try the full pace calculator, race time predictor or pace chart.
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Start Your Verus JourneyJohn Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Race Day Checklist
Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.
- Race number attached, and any timing chip fitted per your race pack instructions
- Weather-appropriate kit, plus something warm and disposable to discard before the start
- A plan for reaching Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km
6-10 weeks is a solid window for a 2.67-mile race. Combine a weekly long run with threshold work so you can hold pace over the full distance.
This is a largely flat course, so most of your long runs can mirror that — flat and steady, building time on feet rather than hill strength.
Ease off mileage in the final week, keeping a couple of short, sharp race-pace efforts to stay fresh. Arrive at Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.
Lock in your target pace using the interactive splits calculator below — no official pacers are confirmed for this event, so a pace band on your watch is the more reliable option.
Test your race-day fuel and hydration plan on your long training runs, not for the first time on race day — check the Race Day Checklist below for what's actually on this course.
2.67-Mile Nutrition & Fueling Plan
A normal diet is fine. There is no need to carb-load for a race of this length.
Eat a carbohydrate-focused breakfast two to three hours before the start, and stick to something you've already tested in training rather than trying anything new.
No on-course fuel is needed at this distance for most runners — water stations are the usual provision.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Charity Places 2027
No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.
Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.
Share key training milestones on Instagram (first 10-miler, peak week, race week) with your fundraising link in bio. Publicly thanking donors prompts secondary gifts!
Running John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusTravel & Logistics
No road closures — the John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km is run off-road (Trail), so local traffic is unaffected.
John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know for race weekend.
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Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official John Forrest Trail Run 4.3km site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.