Urban Adventure!
Race through the scenic Seaport to the Launceston City Centre and into the surrounding suburbs, visiting some of the city centre’s iconic landmarks.
Using a full colour, detailed map, you’ll navigate between controls, in order, to complete your course in the quickest time. But it’s not about speed. Good planning and smart route choices will save time, so be prepared for some thinking!
Our course planner, Christine Brown, is hard at work finding places that will take you back in time, pique your curiosity, and distract you from your map.
Choose your distance – Distances are approximate, and you can expect to go further, depending on whether you pick the shortest route
Format –Most courses are the classic format (control to control along a line) with each course having a lot of controls, direction changes, route choices, and detailed map reading. There’s a 10X Express course, covering a similar distance as the classic 10km but with fewer controls and more straightforward navigating.
For younger participants and newcomers to both running and navigating, we suggest choosing a 3 km category – but the choice is yours!
Choose your pace – yes it’s a race, but you can take it at any pace you want – run, jog, walk, or mix it up; be as competitive or as casual as you like.
Choose your start time – registration will open from 8.00am. Start any time between 8:30am and 9:30am. Courses close at 12:00pm.
Courses
Category Approximate Distance
MEN OPEN, WOMEN OPEN 10km
10X Express 10km (easier navigation)
M VET 40+, M JUNIOR -20 8km
W VET 40+, M SUPERVET 55+ 6km
M ULTRAVET 65+, W JUNIOR -20 M YOUTH -16 5km
W SUPERVET 55+, W YOUTH -16, W ULTRAVET 65+ 4km
M/W HYPERVET 75+ 3km
M/W CHILDREN -12 3km (easy navigation)
Teams of 2
Teams of 2 are permitted. Perfect for sporting teams, social groups, schools, scouts, or simply a group of friends who want to team up. Instructions will be provided when entries open.
Where’s the start?
The start is at Riverbend Park, Invermay. You’ll find plenty of parking not too far away.
The Launceston City Race is proudly brought to you by Esk Valley Orienteering Club, Find Your Feet and Orienteering Tasmania.
When?
Wednesday, 19th of October 2025. Start any time between 830am and 930am. Course closes 12 midday
Where?
Riverbend Park
How much does it cost?
Entry fees: $24 Adults, $12 Juniors (under 21) or $60 for a family. Orienteering club members have discounted fees: Adults $16, $8 Juniors (under 21) or $40 for a family.
Entry includes a detailed colour map, a souvenir race number, and loan of a SportIdent timing device if required.
Any questions?
Feel free to send us a message. We can't wait to see you there!