Trail Running Calendar Ireland 2026-2027

Slí Chorcaí Half is a 23.50 km mountain running event in County Cork on 7 February 2026 with about 900 m of ascent. The fully marked route allows GPS and requires Level B mandatory kit.

Take on Slí Chorcaí Ultra in County Cork on 7 Feb 2026, a 60.5 km route with 1,850 m climb and Extreme difficulty. Fully marked and part of the Irish Ultra Championships, it finishes at Top of the Rock campsite with hot food and showers.

Lough Talt hosts the North West Winter League on Saturday 7 February 2026 with 9 km and 4.5 km easy trail courses. GPS is banned and Level B mandatory kit is required while parking and prizegiving are at Joe Dan's.

Ras Na hEireann 2026 is a long standing cross country meeting in Lawlesstown, Dunleer on 8 February, featuring multiple juvenile and senior races, club team competition, and awards for top individuals and teams.

Take on the Carrick Winter race in Glenealy, Co Wicklow with a new 9.00 km winter route and a 4.80 km option for juniors. Tackle scenic, testing terrain then celebrate at The Hurlers for prizegiving.

A national championship 50 km ultramarathon in Donadea Forest Park, County Kildare, organised by Donadea Running Club and scheduled for 14 February 2026. Late entries use offsite parking with a shuttle to the race.

Tackle the rolling singletrack of Rahan Woods with Mallow AC in this Munster league trail race offering 9.20 km and 4.00 km options and a 250 m climb. Expect rough, scenic trails, mandatory kit checks, and a lively community atmosphere.

Clonmel Trail HM is a 21.6 km trail half marathon in County Tipperary with 816 m of climb. The fully marked route includes woods, open mountain, stream crossings and technical terrain. Registration and post-race refreshments are at Hillview..

Challenge yourself on Forth Mountain in County Wexford on Saturday 21 February 2026 with a technical 10 km senior race and a shorter junior option. Expect varied, rocky trails and a steep finish on marked routes with mandatory safety kit.

Join Carrowkeel Winter in County Sligo for a challenging 10 km winter trail with about 300 m of climb as part of the North West Winter League. Expect rugged scenery, a friendly crowd and marked routes, and come prepared with Level B kit.

A new 10K trail run on the Cooley Peninsula at McCrystals Track in Jenkinstown, featuring forest trails, steady climbs, runnable sections and 240 m of elevation. Finishers receive a unique medal and on site parking is available.

Brockagh Burst on 1 March 2026 is an IMRA mountain run on a fully marked circular route to Brockagh East Top in scenic Wicklow. About 6 km with 200 m of climb, this Winter League run offers a punchy, fun mountain challenge with mandatory ki..

Aherlow 50k on Saturday 7 March 2026 in County Tipperary is a 50 km Munster Ultra League test over winding forest and fire roads with about 1200 m of climb. Technical terrain and big views promise a tough but rewarding day.

Challenge yourself on Askanagap Hill in County Wicklow on 7 March 2026, part of the South East and Leinster Winter Leagues. Pick the 8.5 km summit loop or a shorter out and back and be ready with mandatory kit.

Aherlow Trail 11.5k in County Tipperary on Saturday 7 March 2026 is a steep, scenic challenge in the Coillte Winter Spring Trail League. Limited route marking and mandatory safety kit mean runners should come prepared for a tough trail.

A 22 km out-and-back on the Wicklow Way from Lough Tay to Crone Woods with about 840 m climb, fully waymarked and GPS-friendly. Mandatory Level B kit is required and Crone serves as the mid-point turnaround.

Mt. Hillary in County Cork on Sunday 15 March 2026 offers fully marked long and short mountain courses with 320 m of climb. Mandatory Level A kit includes a showerproof, windproof jacket and GPS is allowed.

Run Maulin under the stars in a 7.4 km night mountain race in Wicklow with 407 m of climb and scenic descents. The route is fully marked; a torch and standard safety kit are required, with prizegiving at the finish.

Trail race in Torc Wood, County Kerry on 22 March 2026 offering long and short loop options, technical single-track sections, and a mandatory basic kit requirement. The route is fully marked and GPS use is not permitted.

Tackle Powerscourt Ridge in County Wicklow on Sunday 22 March 2026, a wild off road test with steep climbs and sweeping views. Choose the 15 km course with 860 m ascent or an 8 km option, route unmarked and GPS use is allowed.