Scotland
Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Scotland for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 155 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Scotland below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Guided 8 km headtorch trail run from Milngavie Train Station along local trails including the Clyde Coastal path and West Highland Way with qualified guides.
An 8 hour trail loop challenge at Tentsmuir Forest where runners complete repeated 4.367 mile laps tracked by electronic wrist tags.
A 14.6 km hill race in the Ochils with 966 m ascent, visiting Andrew Gannel Hill, Ben Cleuch, Ben Ever and The Nebit; entries limited to 300.
A 38 mile trail ultramarathon in Jedburgh with a relay option, scheduled for 24 October 2026, run with stated LGBTQ+ and nonbinary inclusive policies.
A two day, self‑reliant mountain navigation event in Talnotry, Scotland on 24 to 25 October 2026 with teams, Harvey maps, mandatory kit and multiple course options.
Chip timed 5 km, 10 km and half marathon at Balloch Castle Country Park with medals, hydration stations and marshals on course.
A chip-timed 5k, 10k and half marathon at Kinneil Estate near Bo' Ness with measured courses, finishers medals, hydration stations and free race photos after the event.
A two lap trail race of 7.5 km around Mugdock Country Park with historic sights and proceeds supporting the Woodland Trust and the Chris Smith Memorial Fund.
An in-person race in Great Britain on 30 October 2026 organised by Heart & Soul Racing Limited, with a single entry option priced at £4.16.
A Halloween-themed 10K trail in Auchterarder through the Ochil Hills with varied terrain, goody bag, medals and age-category prizes; online entry, age 16 and over.
Scenic chip timed half marathon near South Queensferry on woodland and coastal trails, with finisher medal and proceeds supporting South Queensferry RNLI.
A 12 hour night trail challenge at Dalkeith Country Park where runners complete repeated 5km loops solo or in teams; entries are closed.
Chip timed 5k and 10k races at Mugdock Country Park with measured courses, on-course support, finishers medals, goody bags and free race photos.
Charity running festival in Tayvallich with three routes through Taynish National Nature Reserve, limited to 100 places and a £20 entry fee.
A hill race on Tinto Hill organised by Carnethy Hill Running Club on 31 October 2026, featuring a 7 km senior course with 460 m ascent and a separate junior 2 km race.
November 2026
A mixed terrain trail festival at Tentsmuir Forest near Tayport offering a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, junior 5 km and a 1.2 km family fun run with marshalled, signposted routes and charitable proceeds for the Tayport Community Trust.
A multi terrain 10 km race on 1 November 2026 with a reversed route featuring road and trail sections, views over Loch Tulla and a finishing descent across the Bridge of Orchy. Entries are limited and the event uses chip timing.
Inaugural Kirkintilloch Olympians Antonine Trail 10 km on 1 Nov 2026, starting and finishing in Twechar on a mostly original ATRX route with notable climbs and a wooded finish.
A seven-round Borders cross-country league from November 2026 to February 2027 with NFC chip timing, club-hosted venues, age-group categories and team scoring.
A roughly 5 mile trail race around Kippen starting from the sports field, with limited Race HQ facilities, trophies for top finishers and a post-race cake and coffee.