Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler takes place on Fri, Nov 6, 2026 in Halls Gap, Australia. The main route is 162 km.
- Date
- Fri, Nov 6, 2026
- Start
- Halls Gap 🇦🇺
- Distance
- 162 km
- Climbing
- 7,700 m
- Level
- Open to all
Your 5-week plan to Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler
The Peak phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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Traversing the entire Grampians mountain range in Victoria from Mt Zero to Dunkeld, this grueling 162km trail race features 7,700 metres of elevation gain across technical rocky terrain and single-track.
What this race demands
The Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler demands relentless climbing capacity and structural resilience to cover 162 kilometres and 7,700 metres of elevation across technical terrain.
Climbing volume
Accumulating 7,700 metres of elevation across 162 kilometres requires sustained muscular endurance on prolonged ascents and eccentric strength to manage steep descents.
Technical durability
Traversing the entire mountain range over technical rocky terrain and single-track demands high concentration and postural stability to prevent premature fatigue.
Given the extended duration, athletes should consume 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour to maintain energy output throughout the event.
Estimated finish times
Estimates by level, not promises. Your own number depends on your fitness on the day.
Your road to race day
Race day at Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler is 5 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Peak2 weeks · Oct 3, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
02Taper2 weeks · Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
03Race week1 week · Oct 31, 2026 – Nov 6, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler?
Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler takes place on Fri, Nov 6, 2026 in Halls Gap, Australia.
How long is Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler?
The main route is 162 km.
What does Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler demand?
The Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler demands relentless climbing capacity and structural resilience to cover 162 kilometres and 7,700 metres of elevation across technical terrain.
How much climbing does Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler have?
Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler has 7,700 m of climbing.
Who is Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler for?
Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler is open to all participants.
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