An adventure race on the move…like Buckley!
Within the 3hr drive zone of Melbourne there’s an extensive network of world class mountain bike trails, incredible bushwalking opportunities across the multiple national parks and nature reserves, stunning vistas with mountains and fun kayaking opportunities.
Basically it’s made for adventure racing!
Buckley’s 24 headed for Lorne for 2025!
Lorne, the third major stop on the Great Ocean Road has been announced as race HQ for the second edition of the Buckley’s 24 Adventure Race!
Date: 5-6 Dec 2025
Location: Lorne Forshore VIC, Australia
Duration: 24 hour event
Entries: Enter Here
Team size: 2/4 person
Part of the ARWS Oceania Series
Over 300 people including competitors, family and friends from around Australia and the Asia Pacific Region will attend the Buckley’s 24 24hr Adventure Race from 5-6 Dec 2024.
The race is held annually on the first weekend in December in Victoria. The location of the course is moved each year to a different area to pose exciting new challenges for competitors.
This year’s location of choice, Lorne, is the third major stop on the Great Ocean Road and around 2 hours from Melbourne.
Where the ocean meets the rainforest – a quintessential coastal town along the Great Ocean Road, Lorne offers the perfect blend of beachside charm and lush hinterland adventures. From stunning waterfalls and scenic walks to boutique shops and vibrant cafes, Lorne is a destination that truly has it all.
Chris Dixon, Wild & Co event director says, “We’re very excited to be heading to Lornealong the Great Ocean Road, it's the perfect location to start and finish an Adventure Race. It gives us access to the ocean and some of the best trails the region has to offer.
We've got an exciting new course for Buckley’s 24 in 2025 and can't wait to show off trails the amazing trails and gravel roads in the region. For something special, teams should be ready for an ocean kayak leg in the bay early in the race!”
Buckley’s 24 involves 24hrs of non-stop endurance racing in the major adventure racing disciplines of trekking, mountain biking and kayaking. Mixed gender, Male and Female teams of two or four must navigate their way through an arduous 120+km course that is only revealed to them the day of the race.
The "Buckley’s 24 Half" runs simultaneously with the full course and covers just over half the distance but teams have the full 24hrs to complete it. The legs will be challenging but with the additional time available to complete the half course, teams have a greater chance to reach the finish line before time is up.
Early Bird entries close 31 August 2025 and the final window for registration closes 3 December 2025. Accommodation can be booked through the Visit Great Ocean Road website at: visitgreatoceanroad.org.au
For the latest information on the race please visit: www.buckleys24.com.au
The event is made possible thanks to major sponsor, Mountain Designs.
Race HQ 2024
Buckley’s 24 has been designed to move it to a different location each year, but always within an easy drive of the Melbourne CBD.
HQ for the 2024 event will be Anglesea!
Anglesea is the first point on the Great Ocean Road where you can view the spectacular coastline and is just a 15 minute drive from Torquay. This small town is packed with something for everyone
Located at the mouth of the Anglesea River, Anglesea Beach offers protected swimming areas that are ideal for families and less experienced swimmers.
With its varied cafes, restaurants, shopping strips, water pursuits, activities for kids and abundant native flora and fauna, Anglesea is perfect for a day trip or a week’s holiday.
If you are looking for a place to stay, the Anglesea Family Caravan Park is the perfect holiday destination to explore and create memories.
Just off the Great Ocean Road and alongside the picturesque Anglesea River and Surf Beach, it’s a must for your next adventure in nature, weekend away or extended camping trip.
