Ocean Grove 2026

Please note:
Shirts purchased before March 30 will be available for collection at registration on the night of the Midnight to Dawn Trek. Shirts purchased after this date will be posted by the end of May

Itinerary

START

11:30 PM (24 April)

  • Registration Opens
    Ocean Grove Surf Club

11:50 PM

  • Trek Briefing

12:00 Midnight 

  • Trek begins

END

5.00 AM approx

  • Ocean Grove Surf Club. At completion a group photo and sign off

Upon finishing, participants should have time to change clothing, grab something to eat, hydrate and go to the toilet before the commencement of the Dawn Service.

•Dawn Service – Ocean Grove Park Cenotaph

Subject to change closer to event depending on weather/participant numbers

  • Length: approx 22-25km
  • Time: 4 to 5 hrs
  • Terrain: Beach and bitumen
  • Fitness Level: A moderate level of fitness is required to complete this trek.
  • Experience: You do not need to have previous hiking experience to join in.
  • Expectations: This WILL be difficult but incredibly rewarding. Walking for 4-5 hours, during a time when you’re normally asleep is more challenging than doing the same during the day. Nonetheless we move with purpose. Some portions of the track are only lit by your head torch. It will be cold when we stop but you will warm up when we are moving. Please use layers appropriately. Shops will not be open along the way, so remember your hydration and snacks. We will be stopping 2-3 times for toilet breaks and to refuel our bodies. This will be a challenging and memorable experience.

It is COMPULSORY to bring a head torch/flashlight, enclosed footwear that’s suitable for hiking the distance, weather proof jacket, snacks, minimum 2L of water and a mobile device.

Some participants will decide to challenge themselves further by trekking with weighted packs and vests, webbing and/or carry torsion bars. We strongly encourage you to read our “Fitness Considerations” section to gain insight if this is an appropriate decision for yourself.

Trek4Vets advise all participants not to drive post the trek and to arrange alternative transport home.

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