Scotland
Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Scotland for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 159 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Scotland below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
A licensed beach race in Portobello on 30 August 2026, roughly 4 miles on sand at low tide with proceeds supporting local school and community causes.
Three community-run events near Knockando on 30 August 2026: a trail half marathon, a 10K and a 1-mile kids run. The course is exposed, with water and marshals, and refreshments and prize giving at Margach Hall.
September 2026
Hill race at Craibstone Golf Course, Aberdeen on 1 September 2026; 5.72 km with about 150 m climb, entry £2 and a 99-runner limit.
Inflatable 5K in Edinburgh on 5 September 2026 features giant inflatable obstacles, music zones and distances from 2.5 km to 15 km, with family and group ticket options.
A 12 or 24 hour trail race on a four mile forest loop near Loch Morlich with on‑course water stops, crew rules and mandatory kit requirements.
An eight hour trail loop challenge on 4.366 mile laps around Borders Forest Park, using electronic wristbands to record laps; registration for this edition is closed.
Mountain race from New Town Park, Fort William to the summit of Ben Nevis and back on Saturday 5 September 2026 with a 600 runner limit.
A medieval trail running festival at Carron Valley on 5 September, with a half marathon, kids run and a five hour multi-lap siege. The course circles a village hub and finishes under torchlight with live music and costume prizes.
Mud and water obstacle runs in Fife Kinross on 5 September 2026 with 3km, 5km and 10km options plus event T shirt, medal, free parking and photos.
A 35 mile loop around Tiree with checkpoints, marked route and relay teams of two, finishing with prize giving and an island ceilidh.
Trail event in the Scottish Highlands with marathon and half marathon routes through mountain terrain from the foot of Ben Nevis to Glencoe.
Functional fitness event in Livingston on 06 September 2026 combining ten strength Xercises with repeated runs, available for solo competitors, doubles and five-person relay teams.
An hour-long hill loop on Corstorphine Hill where runners complete as many 1 km laps as possible; Scottish Athletics licensed, open to over 18s with 200 places.
Three evening 5K races around Leith Links, Fettes and Inverleith Park in Edinburgh with chip timing, medals and category prizes; single and series entry options available.
A hill race on 11 September 2026 around Bennachie Visitor Centre, roughly 10km with 377m of ascent and prizes for the top three men and women.
A 40 miles ultra marathon from Glenbuck Loch to Riverside Stadium with relay team options, checkpoint aid, water stations and a 10 hour time limit.
A circular LDWA challenge from Kirk Hall Callander of about 22 miles around Loch Venachar with 3350 ft ascent, staffed checkpoints, catering and required safety kit.
A running festival at Crathes Castle on 12 September 2026 offering a half marathon, 5 km and 1.5 km kids race while supporting National Trust for Scotland conservation.
A 10 km obstacle course at Knockburn Loch with extensive mud, bog and water obstacles, many named challenges and on-site music, food and post event refreshments.
Trail race at Hermitage Academy, Helensburgh on varied trails with four climbs and a long downhill finish, limited to 200 places.