Everything you need to know about the new Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA)- UTA Miler 2025
Whenever there's an upcoming Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA), there's always a sense of excitement in the air. These races give you many opportunities to connect with trail running legends, make new memories, and make new friends. At Go Nutrition, we're fired up about one race coming up and feel it's one you should circle in your calendar the UTA Miler.
It's not your average Australian trail; it's one of the most exciting, stimulating, and exhilarating trails you'll ever run. It shows the stunning Blue Mountains National Park, with cliff tops, lush valleys, and scenic views. This is a race that cannot be missed.
It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned veteran runner or someone trying out an ultra for the very first time; you want to make it on your radar. While it's only around the corner, taking place on the 16th of May, registration is currently closed, but you can sign up for the waiting list!
Whether cheering on fellow athletes or participating in the race, today, dive in with us and explore everything you need to know about the new Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA) , the UTA Miler.
The UTA Miler Course
There's a reason Hoka is the title sponsor for this new UTMB World Trail: the epic views it boasts. It's a 100-miler course with an epic 7,290+ meters of elevation gain. But that's not the best of it. The UTA Miler has jaw-dropping views that will no doubt take your breath away (they certainly do for us). It starts at Blackheath and then follows with a climb through the captivating Grose Valley.
Highlights of this trail are the Grand Canyon, with 360-degree panoramic views at the top of Lockley's Pylon. Next, the Hydro Majestic Hotel overlooks the Megalong Valley, and a connection with the UTA100 course at Narrow provides an epic mix of single-track and wide trails. Then, following that, the emotion-evoking Blue Mountains National Park!
Then, near the finish line at Scenic World, runners see 951 Furber Steps and a challenging climb that adds a definitive feature to the course! If you love a challenge, the course has over 2,000 stairs, ladders, and technical single-track sections, making it challenging and technical.
It's tough, rewarding, and one of the most stunning trails out there! This isn't just a race; it's rewarding and one of the most stunning, unforgettable trails you'll ever want to run, a pure adventure for your soul that will cling to.
To learn more about the trail in detail, check out the course map and the mandatory gear.
About UTMB World Series
The UTAMiler is a UTMB World Series event. Winners of this event get 8 running stones. The UTMB World Series is often seen as the premier trail running circuit that brings together some of the best runners from across the world. The UTMB World Series has over 50 annual races across Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas.
To qualify for these races, you have to collect running stones; these are points earned by participating in other UTMB World Series Events or Majors. Typically, they're like lottery tickets you use to enter the finals.
To know about running stones- check out this post from UTMB.
Why Run 100 miles?
If you're not an avid trail runner, you might be baffled to even think, "Why 100 miles?" Well, to be honest, there's no set reason WHY.
If you ask us, it's all about pushing limits.
It gives you a feeling that can't really be explained but once you do it once it becomes extremely addictive and the challenges have to get harder each time, which so here we are about to try crush a miler.
For others, it could be pushing themselves to the brink of their limits, a quest for meaning and self-discovery, adventure, a chance to get out and connect with nature, an opportunity to make memories with friends, and much more.
Everyone has their reason why, and it's not the same for all.
Summing up the UTA Miler
Overall, the UTA Miller is fun and exciting. It's a new Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA) you can't ignore. It's 161.5km with a cut-off time of 44 hours and 30 minutes.
With this race just less than a month away it's unlikely new spots will open. But, what we will say is get on board and come swing by to see some of the world's best athletes running, be inspired and see what you can achieve on the trails!
Want to level up your trail running performance? Check out our post 5 reasons why strength training is important.
The UTA Miler isn't only one favorite fitness event we're excited about; another one we attended Hardcore Harry's King of the Hill -learn about our experience.
FAQS
What is the UTA Miler?
The UTA Miller is a 161.5km ultramarathon trail race that comes as part of the HOKA Ultra-Trail Australia, part of the Blue Mountains National Park in Australia.
What is the minimum age for the UTA Miler?
For the UTA Miler, you must be 18 years old and over to participate.
What are the top UTMB World Series events?
THE UTMB World Series has a global circuit of trail running events across four main continents: America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Oceania. These competitions offer the most elite level of runners and opportunities.
What is the hardest ultramarathon in Australia?
The most difficult ultramarathon in Australia is often considered the Alpine Challenge. It's a 100-mile trail race through Victoria's alpine region. The trail has six major climbs, with an ascent and descent of 7,600 meters, making it one of the toughest trail races in the Southern Hemisphere.
Why get into trail running?
Trail running is a great sport. It covers a mix of terrain, from mountains to fells, forests, riversides, views, and more.
