The Women Only Adventure Race is an annual event that provides women with a unique platform to challenge themselves physically and mentally in a supportive and empowering environment. The race promotes inclusivity, camaraderie and celebrates women's strength and resilience.

• Date: 9 November 2025
• Location: Lysterfield, Victoria
• Duration: 4-hour event
• Team size: 2 person
• Entry: from $109 per person

WHERE

Located in Melbourne’s south-east, Lysterfield Lake Park offers the perfect mix of scenic trails, calm waters, and open space for adventure racing. Competitors will run, ride, and paddle around the lake’s beautiful bushland setting, just 45 minutes from the city. The venue has easy access, parking, and great spectator areas — a fantastic location for a fun and safe day outdoors.

WHAT

Expect an exciting adventure weekend close to Melbourne CBD. 

Featuring a navigation-based course, it is all about adventure and fun. We are confident you will be hooked.

WHO

Teams of two will paddle, bike, run/walk, and look for checkpoints. All ­fitness levels are welcome. All you need is a sense of adventure and MTB gear (hire is available). Kids over ten can race accompanied by an adult. 

COST

Early bird entry costs $109 per person.

DISTANCE

Course: Run 5-7 km, MTB 10-12 km, Kayak 2,5 km.

The course is kept secret till the morning of the event when maps are handed out.