Ultra Running Hub Orange, NSW, Australia · Saturday, September 26, 2026
Lonely Mountain Ultra 50mi
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, September
Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 834 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 50mi | 20 | Jason Eimbrodt · 09:16:48 | Jodie Bailey · 10:50:03 |
| 2024 | 50mi | 20 | Shard Malchow · 09:55:10 | Louise Clifton · 09:48:41 |
| 2023 | 50mi | 21 | Ryan Tomkins · 09:00:35 | Louise Clifton · 09:12:00 |
| 2022 | 50mi | 22 | Grant Brisbin · 08:08:37 | Marijke Walshe · 09:11:53 |
The field has held steady: 20 in 2024, 20 in 2025. 20% of the 2025 field were women.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 80 km of trail with 3,200 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 40 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 80 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 3,200 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps 80 km almost certainly means running into the night.
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.