Trail Running calendar near Ballyhoura Mountains 2026-2027

Glenstall Abbey is a 12 km trail run in County Limerick with 999 meters of climb, scheduled for June 2026. Mandatory kit includes a waterproof jacket and charged phone. Entries are limited to 250 participants.

This trail run in County Cork offers two distances, 11.5km and 5km, through varied terrain including forest trails and mountain paths. A windproof jacket is mandatory, and an early start is available. The event is limited to 250 participant..

The Brandon Bay Run is Ireland's original all-beach running event. Participants can walk, jog, or run a 5k, 10k, or half marathon entirely on the sand of Brandon Bay. It's set against a backdrop of mountains and ocean on the Wild Atlantic W..

Traverse the technical trails of the Comeragh Mountains in this 8 km mountain race. Experience technical lakeside terrain with a mandatory gear requirement and a shorter 5 km option for junior runners.

A 10.7km mountain run in Clare with 536m of ascent to the summit of Moylussa. The route mixes narrow trails and fire roads. A shorter 4.4km junior course is also available.

Experience an 8 km trail race through the landscape of County Waterford with the Mount Melleray Trail. This event features 250 meters of climbing and follows a route with marking at major junctions.

The Galtymore is an extreme mountain race in Tipperary, summiting Galtymore via Cush and Galtybeg. This 13 km route features 1,300 m of climbing over unmarked terrain, requiring mandatory advanced safety kit. Entry is limited for this champ..

Run the Canon Sheehan Loop in Cork's Glenanaar Forest. This moderate 10.5 km mountain run features a fully marked route and a 5 km short course option. All participants must bring mandatory safety kit, with the final carry requirements set..

Experience an incredible journey across the 200km Kerry Way through ancient mountain landscapes. This qualifying event for the Western States offers multiple distances including a full peninsula loop and a night 101km challenge.

Glen of Aherlow Trail Half-Marathon This event takes place in the Glen of Aherlow, County Tipperary. The course covers 22.5 km of trails with a total climb of 300 meters. It is categorized as a moderate difficulty race. The route is fully m..

Experience a 6.5 km trail race through the technical single tracks of Rochestown Woods in County Cork. This event offers a marked route with 200 meters of climbing for mountain running enthusiasts.

A partner-entry mountain race on the Galtee ridge covering about 25.5 km and 1,800 m of ascent on an unmarked route. GPS is allowed and a full Level C mandatory kit list applies.

Experience a 5 km night run through the forest trails of Glensheskin Woods in County Cork. This event features a marked course with 100 meters of climbing and requires standard mountain safety kit for all participants.

Experience a holiday trail run through Glensheshkin Woods in County Cork. This marked 21 km course features 475 meters of climbing and is a featured event in the Munster Half Marathon League.

Experience an epic 47 mile ultra marathon from Killarney to Ballybunion. This coastal Irish challenge features a supported route with tracking and bespoke medals for all finishers.

Experience a 44.4 mile ultra marathon journey from Limerick City to the coast of County Clare. This single day race follows the scenic MizMal route and challenges runners to maintain a steady pace across the Irish landscape.