Trail Running calendar near Inishowen 2026-2027

Carnaween is a mountain running event in County Donegal with a long course of 7.80 km and 514 m of climb. The route crosses private farmland, has only major junctions marked, and requires mandatory Level B kit.

An obstacle race in Derry / Londonderry on 20 and 21 June 2026 featuring a 10 km course with over 50 natural and man made obstacles, plus separate 5 km teen and 2 km mini courses for younger participants.

A 12 km mountain race in County Tyrone with 500 m of ascent to the Mullaghcarn summit. The fully marked course requires Level B kit and is organised by Carmen Runners as part of the IMRA Ulster Championships and NIMRA League.

Four days of run or walk options across 105 miles of Inishowen on the Wild Atlantic Way, with full and half marathon distances and a different route each day.

A mountain running event along the Seven Sisters ridge in the Derryveagh Mountains offering 55km, 30km and 16km races. The 55km and 30km are UTMB Index races and several prize purses are awarded.

A coastal 20 mile trail run from Portrush along the Causeway Coast Way, passing the Giant's Causeway, cliffs, beaches and castle ruins. The route sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and features mixed terrain.

A point to point ultra of about 37.4 miles on the MizMal route from Villa Rose Hotel to Inishowen Gateway Hotel, held as day 13 of the 14-day MizMal series. Entry is capped, mandatory kit and a 4.0 mph minimum pace are enforced.