IMPORTANT PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

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Location and Parking

The Festival Village, start line and finish line for all events (except for the start line for the 27km run) is located at the Old Scottsdale Train Station which is located between Ellenor and Coplestone Streets in Scottsdale.

Entry to the Event Village is off Ellenor St (driveway next to Muirs – 36 Ellenor St).

Parking is available at the Event Village and overflow parking is available in the Incitec Pivot Fertiliser driveway (next to the rail trail off Ellenor St).

The 27km run start line is at the top of the Billycock Hill. A bus will depart the Old Scottsdale Train Station at 9.45am SHARP to take participants to the start line.

Registration Pack Collection

Registration Packs can be collected at the Festival Opening Friday 18 September between 5 – 8pm or

· From 7.00am on Saturday 19th September from the Event Office at the Old Scottsdale Train Station or

· From 8.00am on Sunday 20th September from the Event Office at the Old Scottsdale Train Station.

Festival Opening

Friday 18 September 5 – 8pm at Little Rivers Brewery (22 Victoria Street, Scottsdale)

🎽 Registration Pack Collection
Collect your race bib, timing chip, and event goodies to ensure you're ready for the weekend's events

🤝 Meet & Mingle
Catch up with event staff, volunteers, sponsors, fellow runners, and riders. Share stories, exchange tips, and build excitement ahead of race day

🎶 Festival Vibes
Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere featuring:

· Live music from local favourite Matt Slager

· Great local hospitality from Little Rivers Brewery Co.

· Tasty meals from the Rotary Food Van, serving Runners Rolls and Bikers Burgers

· Fun activities and entertainment to launch the festival weekend in style

Bring your friends and family along and join us for an evening of good food, great company, and festival spirit as we launch an unforgettable Rail Trail Run and Ride Festival!

To help us with catering and logistics, please let us know if you are able to attend email railtrailrunride@gmail.com) by COB Wednesday 16 September 2026

Course Maps and Course Information

Course maps and course information is available on our website.
If you have any questions, please reach out railtrailrunride@gmail.com

Hydration Stations

Hydration stations are available at Careys Road, the Tonganah Highway crossing and at the top of the Billycock Hill.

Water, electrolytes and snacks are available at the stations. The hydration station attendants can assist with any refills required.

Participants should also carry their own water vessel. These can be refilled at the hydration stations. Participants are reminded to hydrate prior to participation and maintain hydration during the event.

Participants may supply their own food and drink to be placed at the hydration stations. These must be supplied to the Festival Office with the race number and name clearly identified.

Any rubbish must be left at the hydration station or carried with the participant to the end of the event. To protect the beautiful trail, NO rubbish is to be discarded on the course.

First Aid or Emergency

All participants are encouraged to download the what3words app. This will give our on-course Safety Team (Hamish and team from SafeTas) the specific location if an incident or injury occurs. In the event of incident, participants should stop and assist.

All hydration station volunteers have the number for the on-course Safety Team.

Clothing and other provisions

While there is no requirement for participants to carry particular clothing or emergency items, we ask that you consider the conditions. September in Tasmania often has variable conditions, and you may require anything from warm layers to sunscreen, hats and other protective measures. Please stay tuned to weather reports and to our Facebook Page for updates.

Safety and etiquette on course

The course is a clearly marked compacted gravel trail. There are several road crossings (except for the 2k) and participants must pay attention to signage and the directions of the marshals for your safety!!

Participants must look for, and give way to, any passing traffic and pay attention to any signage for cyclists.

Participants must ensure that they:

Are of satisfactory health to participate
Meet the minimum age requirements to participate in the event/s
Comply with the safety instructions as advised by the Event Organisers including giving way to traffic when crossing roads
Comply with the any reasonable, lawful instructions as advised by the Event Organisers.
Run/ walk / ride responsibly by leaving adequate space between themselves and other runners/ walkers/riders
Keep eyes on path and intended route
Only overtake when safe to do so and alert runners/ riders when overtaking
Pass oncoming runners/ riders by keeping to the left of the trail and
Do not wear headphones while participating.

In the interest of your own health and safety and the health and safety of others, participants and spectators are asked not to attend the event if unwell or displaying any cold or flu-like symptoms.

Toilets Facilities

There are public toilets available near the Festival Village at the Scottsdale Recreation Ground, “Don’s Dunny” public toilet at the Tonganah Car Park and a port-a-loo at the Billycock. Please follow good hygiene protocols.

Festival Village

We have been able to secure some great supports for the Festival Village. We are excited to welcome:

Hobart Sauna Club (Saturday)

Tas Mountain Massage Therapy (Saturday)

Winnaleah District High School Coffee Van (Saturday)

Brooks Shoe Try Outs (Saturday)

Nomad Cycles (Saturday and Sunday)

Rotary Food Van (Saturday and Sunday)

While you’re in Scottsdale

We recommend you visit our local prize partners while in Scottsdale.

GoodSports can assist you with any last minute event supplies or a post-event sporting purchase (open Saturday).

Little Rivers Brewing Co have a relaxed environment for a post-race beverage, tasting paddle or pizza.

If you’re after coffee, lunch or home wares, drop into The House Paddock.

The Cottage Bakery is open on Saturday for coffee, breakfast and lunch options.

The Scottsdale Shoe Shop (open Saturday) can assist with not only any shoe requirements but also clothing.

Anabel’s of Scottsdale Thai restaurant is great for an after event meal and also offers accommodation for those wanting to make a weekend of it in the Dorset area.

Please contact us if you have any questions railtrailrunride@gmail.com