Trail Running calendar near Thurles 2026-2027

A marked 6.5 km trail loop in Dysart Woods County Laois on 25 April 2026 with about 250 m ascent and technical descents. A separate junior out and back of about 3 km requires under 10s to be accompanied by a guardian.

Sliabhriadh is a mountain race near Kilfinnane, County Limerick, with a 15.3 km main route (549 m climb) and a 5 km juniors course. The route is fully marked, GPS allowed, and Level B mandatory kit is required.

A 4.50 km uphill race to the summit of Moylussa in Ballycuggaran, Co. Clare, with 454 m of ascent. Part of the Munster Uphill League, the event has limited route marking, a Level B mandatory kit list, and a 250 runner limit.

Tory Hill in County Kilkenny features a fully marked mountain course of 7.8 km with 350 m ascent and a 5 km junior short course; GPS is allowed and a showerproof windproof jacket is mandatory. Entry is limited to 250.

Slievenamon is a mountain running event in County Tipperary featuring a 9.97 km main course with 580 m climb and a 4.81 km short course. It requires Level B kit and has an entry limit of 250 runners.

A 4.50 km uphill mountain race to the top of Knockmealdown with 536 m of ascent. The route is unmarked and GPS is not allowed; a Level B mandatory kit is required and entries are limited to 250.

Slievenamon Uphill in County Tipperary on 27 May 2026 is a 4.00 km uphill race with 576 m of ascent, part of the Munster Uphill League. Level B mandatory kit is required and entries are limited to 250 runners.

Experience a 10 km mountain run in County Tipperary featuring a 500 meter climb. This event follows a marked trail through Munster as part of the Coillte Summer/Autumn Trail League.

A 32 km mountain crossing in County Tipperary with about 1500 m of ascent on an unmarked route. GPS is allowed and a Level C mandatory kit is required; the course visits multiple high points across the Galty range.

Trail races in Portumna Forest Park with 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50K options; walkers and wheelchairs welcome for participants over 18, and safety rules and cut off times apply for longer distances.

An open mountain uphill race to the top of Galty Mór on 10 June 2026 covering 6.00 km with 750 m of ascent. The route is unmarked, GPS is not allowed and runners must carry mandatory Level B kit.

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 mountain run in County Limerick offers a challenging 12 km route to the summit of Templehill and a scenic 5 km short course. Mandatory safety kit is required, and it's part of the Munster Championship. Parking is available for a small..

Crotty's Lake is an IMRA mountain race on Comeragh Mountain in County Waterford featuring an 8.00 km main course with 410 m ascent and a 5.00 km junior option; technical lake-side sections and a mandatory waterproof jacket requirement.

Moylussa is a mountain running event in County Clare with a long 10.7 km course rising 536 m and a 4.4 km junior short course, held on 26 July 2026. Entry is limited and basic mandatory kit is required.

Experience mountain running at Johns Hill in County Carlow featuring a 9 km main route and a 5 km short course. This Southeast League event offers moderate terrain and significant elevation through the scenic Deerpark trails.

A trail race in County Waterford on 16 August 2026 covering 8.00 km with 250 m climb, part of the Coillte Summer/Autumn Trail League. Level B mandatory kit is required, only major junctions are marked and GPS is not allowed.

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 a significant mountain run in County Laois featuring a 99 kilometer course and a 999 meter ascent. This Southeast League event emphasizes safety with mandatory kit requirements and traditional navigation without GPS.