hounslow 17k
Sunday 14 SEPTEMBER 2025
WHERE: ALLVIEW ESCAPE, BLACKHEATH NSW
DISTANCE: 17 KM
ELEVATION: 900 M ASCENT+, DESCENT-
When: Wave 1 - 6:15 Am
Wave 2 - 6:20 Am
Wave 3 - 6:25 Am
Wave 4 - 6:30 Am
CUT OFF: 11:00 am
Course Description
The Hounslow 17k will focus on the best Blackheath has to offer. Starting at Allview Escape, runners will make their way across the stony clifftops to the Grand Canyon. Heading clockwise, the race will complete the loop through the canyon. First to Evans Lookout and the stunning views of the Grose Valley, from there you will descend into the luscious trails of this ancient canyon, through carved walls and past swirling pools.
The climb will sap your energy before reemerging to Neates Glen and the nearby aid station at Grand Canyon Carpark. Hightail your way back to Allview Escape and soak up the roar of the community who marvel at your achievement.
The Course
FAQs
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Race entry
GST and registration platform fees
Professional on-course sports photography available for purchase
Coveted Finishers Medallion
Fully marked course
Expert Medical support
On-course nutrition and refreshments
Professional event timing
Live real-time results via on-course checkpoints
Festival atmosphere, with vendors at Allview Escape
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Please be aware there is limited parking at Grand Canyon and Neates Glen.
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Waterproof Jacket with hood. Must be made with a waterproof and breathable membrane. The hood must be attached to the jacket by the original manufactured design and must be seam sealed. Must be suitable for protection in bad weather in the Mountains.
500ml of liquid storage capacity (weather dependant, TBA prior to the race via Text and email)
Fully charged Phone that is switched on.
Collapsible cup 150ml (recommended, this is a cup free event)
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Grand Canyon Car Park - 9:30 AM
Allview Escape (Finish) - 11:00 AM
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Grand Canyon Car Park - 11.3km, 600m+-
Allview Escape (Finish) - 17.2km, 900m+-
The Hounslow 17k is a UTMB index race
All runners who complete the course will be scored on the UTMB 20k index
The Hounslow 17k is a registered with the International Trail Running Association (ITRA).
All runners who complete the course will gain qualifier points for their ITRA Performance Index.