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Wilsons Prom 100 5K 2027

Race day
Saturday, 1 May 2027
Location
Australian Commando Memorial, Tidal River, Australia
Distance
3.11 mi / 5.0 km

Wilsons Prom 100 5K: 1 May 2027, from Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.

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Wilsons Prom 100 5K Race Timeline

Training Phase Build Phase Taper Race Week Race Day Race Completed

233 days to go

More than 35 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before 5K-specific training ramps up.

Generated mark — no elevation published for this course

Wilsons Prom 100 5K 2027: quick answers

When is Wilsons Prom 100 5K 2027?

Wilsons Prom 100 5K 2027 takes place on Saturday, 1 May 2027.

Where does Wilsons Prom 100 5K start?

Wilsons Prom 100 5K starts at Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.

How many miles is Wilsons Prom 100 5K?

Wilsons Prom 100 5K is 3.11 miles (5km).

How much does Wilsons Prom 100 5K cost to enter?

Varies by distance (see website) — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.

Key Race Metrics & Overview

Date
Saturday, 1 May 2027
Distance
3.11 miles / 5.0km
Location
Australian Commando Memorial, Tidal River, Australia
Start Point
Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960
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

Varies by distance (see website) — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.

Ballot Policy

No ballot — entry is direct through SingleTrack Events.

Wilsons Prom 100 5K 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.

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Route Map & Elevation Profile

Starting at Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.

Is Wilsons Prom 100 5K flat?

No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: trail.

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Course Profile

Elevation change not published for this event.

Startmi 1.63.11mi

Tap a point on the course for details.

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Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960

Start line.

Where Wilsons Prom 100 5K starts and finishes

Wilsons Prom 100 5K starts at Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960. 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 Wilsons Prom 100 5K Route Breakdown

Set off from the Australian Commando Memorial at Tidal River and follow the route that loops around the peninsula. The course weaves through pristine sandy beaches where the water can reach waist‑deep, winds across exposed headlands, and climbs through lush coastal forests and heathland. The 100 km ultra covers the full perimeter, tackling steep ascents and technical sections, while the 70 km and 50 km routes take the inner loops. Shorter distances (27 km, 15 km, 5 km) explore the most scenic sections of the trail, offering a mix of beach, dune and bushland terrain. Expect well‑marked tracks, occasional rocky sections, and breathtaking ocean vistas throughout.

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Pace Calculator & Splits

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Pace Calculator

Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.

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target time

Average pace / mile

1:17:10

Average pace / km

47:57

5K3:59:45
Finish4:00:00

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Pace Chart

Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.

Target Pace /mi Pace /km 5KFinish
3:00 57:53 35:58 2:59:493:00:00
3:15 1:02:42 38:58 3:14:483:15:00
3:30 1:07:31 41:57 3:29:473:30:00
3:45 1:12:21 44:57 3:44:463:45:00
4:00 1:17:10 47:57 3:59:454:00:00
4:15 1:22:00 50:57 4:14:454:15:00
4:30 1:26:49 53:57 4:29:444:30:00
4:45 1:31:38 56:57 4:44:434:45:00
5:00 1:36:28 59:56 4:59:425:00:00
5:30 1:46:07 1:05:56 5:29:405:30:00
6:00 1:55:45 1:11:56 5:59:386:00:00
6:30 2:05:24 1:17:55 6:29:366:30:00
7:00 2:15:03 1:23:55 6:59:357:00:00

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Finish Time Estimator

Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Wilsons Prom 100 5K finish time.

Your 5K time

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Estimated Wilsons Prom 100 5K finish

25:02

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.

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Wilsons Prom 100 5K Race Day Checklist

Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.

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  • 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 Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960
  • A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race

Training Strategy for Wilsons Prom 100 5K

Standard Training Window

4-8 weeks is enough for a 5K, whether it's your first or you're chasing a PB. Short, sharp interval and tempo sessions matter more here than overall mileage.

Terrain Specificity

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.

The Taper Phase

Ease off mileage in the final few days, keeping a short, sharp race-pace effort or two to stay sharp. Arrive at Australian Commando Memorial, Ring Rd, Tidal River VIC 3960 fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.

Pacing Execution

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.

Fuel & Hydration Prep

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.

How many weeks do you actually need to train for this 5K?

5K Nutrition & Fueling Plan

2-3 Days Prior

A normal diet is fine. There is no need to carb-load for a race of this length.

Race Morning

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.

On-Course Fueling

No on-course fuel is needed at this distance for most runners — water stations are the usual provision.

Post-Race Recovery

A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Charity Places 2027

No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.

Impactful Storytelling

Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.

Social Campaign Milestones

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!

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Travel & Logistics

Road closures

No road closures — the Wilsons Prom 100 5K is run off-road (Trail), so local traffic is unaffected.

Wilsons Prom 100 5K Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know for race weekend.

Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official Wilsons Prom 100 5K site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.