Trail Running calendar near Westport 2026-2027

Join the Union Wood race in County Sligo, a scenic 6 or 8 km trail through gravel paths, single track and a panoramic climb to Union Rock. Enjoy winter league competition, fresh air and a friendly finish with prizes and refreshments.

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.

Run forest trails at Kylebrack Woods, County Galway on Saturday 25 April 2026 with an 11.3 km main loop (187 m climb) and a 4 km junior course. Fully marked easy terrain in the Galway League, showerproof jacket is mandatory.

Test your legs on the technical Mám Éan mountain race in County Galway on 16 May 2026, featuring rocky, scenic trails and a challenging climb. Entries capped at 50 with prizes, a raffle and light refreshments at the finish.

New for 2026, the Croagh Patrick Uphill is a sharp mountain race up Ireland's sacred peak, climbing 770 m in about 3.8 km. Part of the Connaught Weekend and Irish Uphill League, it offers a bold challenge for mountain runners.

The Mweelrea will take place in Clooncarrabaun on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

Tackle the new Bangor Erris Trail in County Mayo, a challenging 34 km with 750 m of climb and limited route markings. Part of the inaugural Connaught Weekend, this wild run requires Level C kit and bans GPS.

The Nephin will take place in Lahardaun on Saturday 1 August 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

Explore Knockma in County Galway on Wednesday 12 August 2026 with the IMRA Galway League, featuring a fully marked 9.6 km main route plus short and junior races. Volunteer run event so helpers are welcome.

Diamond Hill in County Galway on Saturday 5 September 2026 is a classic Connemara hill race with fully marked routes and a 440 m climb. Choose a 7.1 km or 2.9 km course and enjoy stunning views as part of the Galway League.

Explore the wild Connemara on a scenic but testing 30 km mountain run along the Western Way from Maam to Leenane, with rugged trails and big climbs. The course is fully marked, requires mandatory kit and includes bus transfers from Leenane.

Tackle a scenic 46.7 mile ultra from Westport Woods Hotel to Murphys Hotel in Tobercurry on 16 May 2027. With just 40 runners, timed checkpoints and real time tracking, this one day challenge blends adventure, competition and camaraderie.

Take on the MTC BALOR, a single day 47 mile ultra across scenic Irish terrain as Day 11 of the MizMal end to end challenge. Limited entries, a bespoke Balor medal for all finishers and trophies for the champions make this a memorable endura..