Compiled and fact-checked by Tommo, Verus founder · Last verified August 2026 · Spot an error?
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Pilliga Ultra 20km 2026
- Race day
- Friday, 18 September 2026
- Location
- Pilliga Pottery, Coonabarabran, Australia
- Distance
- 12.43 mi / 20.0 km
Pilliga Ultra 20km: 18 September 2026, from Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
Pilliga Ultra 20km Race Timeline
8 days to go
This is where the real training happens — building your long run and getting comfortable with 12.43-mile race-pace.
Pilliga Ultra 20km 2026: quick answers
When is Pilliga Ultra 20km 2026?
Pilliga Ultra 20km 2026 takes place on Friday, 18 September 2026.
Where does Pilliga Ultra 20km start?
Pilliga Ultra 20km starts at Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Pilliga Ultra 20km?
Pilliga Ultra 20km is 12.43 miles (20km).
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Friday, 18 September 2026
- Distance
- 12.43 miles / 20.0km
- Location
- Pilliga Pottery, Coonabarabran, Australia
- Start Point
- Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW
- Surface
- Trail
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, start time, 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
Not published for this event — check the official race website.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through For Wild Places.
Pilliga Ultra 20km Race Day Weather
Fetching today's forecast for race day…
Pilliga Ultra 20km Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Pilliga Ultra 20km flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: trail.
Pilliga Ultra 20km Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW
Start line.
Where Pilliga Ultra 20km starts and finishes
Pilliga Ultra 20km starts at Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW. 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 Pilliga Ultra 20km Route Breakdown
The Pilliga Ultra takes place in the scenic Pilliga Forest, offering a mix of trails and open terrain. Runners will enjoy the natural beauty of the region, with challenging sections that test endurance and reward with stunning views. The course is designed for all levels, with clear markers and support points along the way.
Pilliga Ultra 20km Pace Calculator & Splits
Pilliga Ultra 20km Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
19:18
Average pace / km
12:00
Pilliga Ultra 20km Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | 5K | 10K | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 14:29 | 9:00 | 44:59 | 1:29:59 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 15:41 | 9:45 | 48:44 | 1:37:29 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 16:54 | 10:30 | 52:29 | 1:44:59 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 18:06 | 11:15 | 56:14 | 1:52:29 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 19:18 | 12:00 | 59:59 | 1:59:59 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 20:31 | 12:45 | 1:03:44 | 2:07:28 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 21:43 | 13:30 | 1:07:29 | 2:14:58 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 22:56 | 14:15 | 1:11:14 | 2:22:28 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 24:08 | 15:00 | 1:14:59 | 2:29:58 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 26:33 | 16:30 | 1:22:29 | 2:44:58 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 28:58 | 18:00 | 1:29:59 | 2:59:58 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 31:23 | 19:30 | 1:37:29 | 3:14:58 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 33:47 | 21:00 | 1:44:59 | 3:29:57 | 7:00:00 |
Pilliga Ultra 20km Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Pilliga Ultra 20km finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Pilliga Ultra 20km finish
1:48:42
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 JourneyPilliga Ultra 20km 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 Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Pilliga Ultra 20km
6-10 weeks is a solid window for a 12.43-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 Pilliga Pottery, Dandry Road, Coonabarabran, NSW 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.
12.43-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.
Fluid at the on-course stations is usually enough; some runners take a single gel around the hour mark.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
Pilliga Ultra 20km Charity Places 2026
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 Pilliga Ultra 20km for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Pilliga Ultra 20km fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusTravel & Logistics
No road closures — the Pilliga Ultra 20km is run off-road (Trail), so local traffic is unaffected.
Pilliga Ultra 20km 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 Pilliga Ultra 20km site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.