Charters Towers Rush 2024 is just around the corner! October 13th we will see the main event, however we have some exciting FREE lead-up events for you to have fun with!
Updated Dates- Lead in events 2024
- Ride to School Days – Aug (Block 1) & Sept (Block 2)
- Week 1 – Tues 13 & Wed 14 August
- Week 2 – Tues 3 & Wed 4 September
- Towers Hill Community Fun Run / Walk- September (Sunday morning) 8th September
- Towers Rush (the main event) – Sunday, October 13th
Descriptions:
Ride to School – meeting Locations and Dates
COLUMBA COLLEGE & CENTRAL STATE SCHOOLS
13 Aug & 3 Sept | 7am | starting point: Cnr Water & Burdekin Street
ALL SOULS, RICHMOND HILL & BLACKHEATH AND THORNBURGH
14 Aug & 4 Sept | 7am | starting point: CT Airport, Corinda Ave
Towers Hill, Community Fun Run / Walk (Sunday morning 8th September)
FREE RSVP @ Website Event Page:
Distances will both be short and sweet, the longer course is approx. 5km & short approx. 2km.
FREE ENTRY – subsidised by Charters Towers Regional Council as part of the Towers Rush program of events. There will be a limited number of positions as we have to order bibs so please use your free RSVP to secure your spot early.
Come and celebrate Towers Hill as an icon of Charters Towers. It’s the centrepiece for many in their weekly exercise routine and home to history for Australia’s Military campaigns and the well-known gold rush that built Charters Towers.
The longer run follows the flatter gravel tracks around the base of the hill and takes in a steep ascent with a breathtaking hilltop view before a quick descent to the finish arch.
The shorter 2km run will take in the flatter tracks around the hill and a much shorter distance as to enjoy the scenery without the climbing. This will not be as much of a physical challenge and perfect for a beginner.
Location start / Finish: Just inside the gates – Black Jack Rd- Base of the Towers Hill Rd
Times:
Bib Pickup 07:00 am till 07:40am
Briefing 07:45am (all Courses)
Event Start 5km 08:00 am
Event Start 2km 08:05 am
Parking: Black Jack Rd- Base of the Towers Hill Rd
Courses: Approx 5km & 2km
Terrain: Cross country mix of trail, road, path and includes eroded 4wd tracks
Categories: Under 18, Under 40 & over 40 (Male, Female)
