Raffertys Coastal Run 2025 brought the magic once again! Thank you for being part of it! We had a fantastic mix of trail lovers on course this year, lots of fresh faces taking on their first Raffertys Coastal Run, and plenty of returning runners who just can’t get...
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Final Race Day Information
Raffertys Coastal Run is nearly here! We can't wait to see you at Lake Macquarie on Saturday. Due to recent weather there will be sections of the course that are muddy and slippery and you will get your feet wet crossing some of the creeks on course. Come prepared and...
Event Program Available
The 2025 Raffertys Coastal Run is nearly here! We are excited to welcome everyone back to beautiful Lake Macquarie. The Event Program is now available with information including the event schedule, location, parking, registration rules and aid station information....
Don’t Miss Out – Entries Closing Soon
Entries Close Midnight Wednesday 2nd July Join us for Raffertys Coastal Run next week at Lake Macquarie, a favourite on the trail calendar for good reason! With 12 km, 22 km or 36 km course options, coastal bushland, epic ocean views, and a great event vibe, this is...
Eat, Stay, Run at Raffertys
We are getting excited to host the Raffertys Coastal Run once again from the beautiful Raffertys Resort on Lake Macquarie. Accommodation is available right on the start line and is already over 80% sold out for event weekend - so if you are keen to stay get in touch...
Early Bird Pricing Ends Tonight
Get in quick if you want to sign up at early bird rates! Prices for the Rafferty Coastal Run are rising this week. Hosted from the magnificent Raffertys Resort on the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie, runners have the option of three course distances: 12km, 22km and...
Entries Open
Entries have now opened for the 2025 Raffertys Coastal Run! Join us this year and find out why we love this event so much. The course winds through the Wallarah National Park, taking you on a journey from calm lake shore to rugged coast line. You will traverse varied...
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Race Day Wrap Up
A week of on-off rain had everyone wondering what race day would bring. As it turned out, the timing couldn't have been better! Wallarah National Park and surrounds served up fast, tacky trails beneath bright winter skies, creating near-perfect conditions for a day of trail running. This year's course saw the addition of some spectacular ocean...

2026 Event Program Available
The 2026 Raffertys Coastal Run is nearly here! We are excited to welcome everyone back to beautiful Lake Macquarie. EVENT PROGRAM & RACE BIBS The Event Program is now available with information including the event schedule, location, parking, registration rules...
Final Race Day Info
Raffertys Coastal Run is almost here! We can't wait to see you at Lake Macquarie on Saturday. Due...

2026 Event Program Available
The 2026 Raffertys Coastal Run is nearly here! We are excited to welcome everyone back to beautiful Lake Macquarie. EVENT PROGRAM & RACE BIBS The Event Program is now available with information including the event schedule, location, parking, registration rules...
2026 Event Program Available
The 2026 Raffertys Coastal Run is nearly here! We are excited to welcome everyone back to...

Event Update – Course Change
We hope you are all looking forward to joining us at Raffertys Coastal Run in just a few short weeks! Now is the time to start making those final plans - transport, accommodation, etc. Those of you who have run this event before will be familiar with course changes...
Event Update – Course Change
We hope you are all looking forward to joining us at Raffertys Coastal Run in just a few short...
