WELCOME TO THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD IN VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
Travelling Fit are pleased to advise we have some great accommodation deals on offer located in the seaside paradise of Lorne, within short walking distance to the Ultra Marathon and the Marathon Start Line as well as at Apollo Bay which is where the Ultra Marathon, Marathon and Brooks Half Marathon finish.
The Great Ocean Road Running Festival is held in a beautiful and unique area of Victoria, Australia on the Southern Ocean.
Each year that this event has been conducted, it has attracted many athletes from around the world, all eager to participate in this challenging and pristine environment.
The Great Ocean Road is an icon in Australia and is renowned throughout the world for its beauty and panoramic views of the Southern Ocean. It has a colourful history surrounding its construction and ultimate destinations along the coastline.
Anyone travelling along this road by car would not be able to experience the absolute serenity and at times the wilderness experience that you as a runner can. As you run along this course, with no traffic at all, you can almost hear the waves calling your name. The only sound you will hear is the soft thud of footsteps from your fellow competitors.
- Packages Include
- Guaranteed Race Entry (runners only)
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2 Nights' Accommodation
Sat 18 May / Check out: Mon 20 May 2024 - Race Day Transfers (runners only)
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Invite to Travelling Fit’s Great Ocean Road Marathon Closed Facebook Group
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients
PACKAGE PRICES
The Course
Victoria’s iconic Great Ocean Road is home to one of the world’s most visually spectacular running events.
Starting at the Kennett River Holiday Park, the Brooks Half Marathon course winds its way along the Great Ocean Road to the finishing line in Apollo Bay.
The course itself is 23km in total distance and is flat to undulating, with an elevation gain of around 167m and there are several long, upwards sections on the course, most notably from the Kennett River to Cape Patton.
The last 6km of the course is relatively flat.
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Race Information
Entry Fees
The entry Fee to the Great Ocean Road Brooks Half Marathon is included in the cost of your package
Qualifying Times
There are no qualifying times for the Great Ocean Road Brooks Half Marathon.
All participants MUST be 16 years or older on race day
Start Time
The Great Ocean Road Brooks Half Marathon starts at 8:00am
Cut-Off Times
There is a 6h:30m cut off for this event
Race Timing
The Great Ocean Road Brooks Half Marathon will be timed using chip technology
Race Packets
Australian Competitors
Race Packs are only posted to those who register prior to 11.59pm Wednesday April 5th and provide an Australian address on their registration. If for any reason your Race Pack does not arrive, a replacement pack can be collected from the Race Week Office. Please note, if you enter the Event between 12:00am on Wednesday April 6, 2023 and 11:59pm on Tuesday April 18, you will have the option of paying for priority postage or collection from the event race offices (Lorne and Apollo Bay) during race office hours.
Registering from 12:00am Wednesday April 19 onwards, means you will be required to pick up/collect your Event race pack from the Event race office prior to the commencement of the Event.
International Competitors
All international competitors are required to collect their packs from the Race Week Office. Please ensure nomination of either Lorne or Apollo Bay Race Week Offices, upon registration
Lorne
Lorne Foreshore (North of the SLSC Carpark)
Mountjoy Parade
Lorne, Victoria
The Opening hours are:
- Friday 19th May 3:00pm – 8:00pm
- Saturday 20th May 9:00am – 8:00pm
- Sunday 21st May 6:00am – 8:00am *General enquiries & walk registrations only
Apollo Bay Surf Life Saving Club
Great Ocean Rd
Apollo Bay, Victoria, 3233
The Opening hours are:
- Friday 19th May 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Saturday 20th May 8:00am – 6:00pm
- Sunday 21st May 6:00am – 2:30pm *General enquiries
You will not be able to collect your Race Pack on race morning as there will be no office at the start lines so please ensure that you have collected your pack before race morning!
You are welcome to have someone else collect your pack on your behalf if you are unable to attend the office. Please be aware they will need your Confirmation Email containing your unique QR code to do so.
Pace Setters
There are no official Pace Setters in this event
Aid Stations
There will be 6 drink stations throughout the Brooks Half Marathon Course.
Water will be provided on course as well as a Science in Sport drink.
Please discard this rubbish at the bins provided at the drink stations.
| Distance | Items Provided |
| 5km | Water |
| 9.43km | Water/Science in Sport/Jelly Beans |
| 14.41km | Water/Science in Sport/Jelly Beans |
| 18.31km | Water/Science in Sport/Jelly Beans |
| 21.61km | Water/Science in Sport/Jelly Beans |
| Finish Line | Water/Science in Sport/Bananas |
You may also choose to carry your own sports drinks/gels with you.
Personal Refreshments and Clothing
Brooks Half Marathon competitors will be required to collect a warm clothing bag in order to check in their warm clothing on race day.
On Race Day you can drop off your labelled warm clothing bag at designated points at the start lines in Kennett River.
After the race, you must collect your bag from Moore Street next to the Apollo Bay Hotel, near the event finish line.
Make sure you have your bib on you to ensure that volunteers will be able to hand back the warm clothing bag corresponding to your bib number.
Storage areas for warm clothing bags will be manned by volunteers and marshals on race day and it is strongly recommended that you avoid placing valuables in clothing bags.
Note that the race organisers do not accept any responsibility for lost or stolen goods.
Transport
A shuttle bus service will run to get Brooks Half Marathon runners to the start line in Kennett river on Sunday 15th May.
Return buses will travel from Apollo Bay back to Lorne after the event.
The required bus pass to enable you to travel on these buses is included in your package.
Expo
There will be a Festival Hub in Apollo Bay that will have official merchandise.
Opening hours are:
| Friday, 19 May | 9:00am-6:00pm |
| Saturday, 20 May | 8:00am-6:00pm |
| Sunday, 21 May | 7:30am-2:30pm |
Finishes T-Shirts, Medals and Certificates
All finishers will receive a medal and all competitors will receive a gift that can be collected at the finish line at the end of your run!
Please remember to show your race bib to claim your gift!
Weather Conditions
The average high temperature in May for Apollo Bay is 16 degrees Celsius and an average low temperature of 10 degrees Celsius.
There is an average of 16 days rain in May so please ensure to pack appropriate wet weather running gear, just in case
Other Events
60km Ultra Marathon44km Marathon
14km Paradise Run
6km Fun Run
1.5km Kids Gallop
12km Trail Run
6km Trail Run
5km or 10km Great Ocean Road Walk
Great Ocean Road Half Marathon FAQs
How hard is the Great Ocean Road half-marathon?
The Great Ocean Road Half Marathon may not be overly challenging for a seasoned runner however it does present challenges due to its undulating course and extra distance.
The route offers a mix of flat sections, rolling hills, and a few steep climbs, particularly as it takes runners along the scenic coastal road.
The difficulty can vary depending on an individual’s training, experience, and preparedness for variable terrain.
How long is the Great Ocean Road Half Marathon?
The Great Ocean Road Half Marathon covers a distance of approximately 23 kilometres (around 14.3 miles).
This is slightly longer than the standard half marathon distance of 21.1 kilometres (13.1 miles), making it a unique challenge for participants.
There is also a Marathon 44km and Ultra Marathon 60km race option.
Can friends and family watch me along the course?
Friends and family are encouraged to cheer competitors on as they cross the finish line.
Please note, for all events finishing in Apollo Bay on Sunday 19 May, supporters will not be allowed on the Great Ocean Road between Lorne and Skenes Creek from 7:00am – 2:30pm. While the road is closed there will be an inland detour route provided.
