Trail Running calendar near Achnasheen 2025-2026

Run the scenic 50 km Dava Way from Grantown on Spey to Forres, following the old Highland Railway through Cairngorms woodlands and moorland. A runnable trail ultra perfect for marathoners stepping up or experienced ultra runners.

Take part in the Aviemore Santa Run at Glenmore Lodge with a festive 5K or family Merry Mile and Santa suits or eco options. Enjoy live music, treats and mountain views while supporting local charities; pushchair and wheelchair accessible a..

Start 2026 with the Aonach Mor Uphill, a thrilling 4 km mountain race climbing 610 m from Nevis Range above Fort William. Take on rugged winter terrain with mandatory waterproof kit, then warm up with soup and stunning summit views.

The Loch Morlich Running Festival, organized by Fitnessat58°, takes place in the scenic Glenmore Forest, finishing at the picturesque Loch Morlich beach. Scheduled for January 3, 2026, this event offers two trail distances: 5.6KM and 11.2KM..

Explore the Great Glen and Loch Ness in Ultra X Scotland, a multi day trail ultramarathon based in Inverness. From short 12 km runs to bold 110 km challenges, enjoy marked routes, checkpoints, support and a celebrated finisher medal.

Moray Coastal Trail Races is a two-distance ultramarathon along Scotland’s Moray Coastal Trail. In 2025 the event introduced a 50-mile Ultra (Forres to Cullen Viaduct) and a 23-mile Trail (Lossiemouth to Cullen Viaduct). The course threads..

Run 400 km across the wild Scottish Highlands in the Cape Wrath Ultra, an eight day multi stage adventure from Fort William to Cape Wrath lighthouse. Each day brings remote mountains, sea lochs, overnight camps and full on course support.

Take on the Skye Trail Ultra: a rugged 79 mile race across the Isle of Skye, with stunning scenery, seven checkpoints and a 27 hour cut off. Entry is by application and limited to 100, so experienced, self navigate runners should apply.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender offers scenic trail races from kids runs to a 60 km ultra across the Atholl Estate beneath the Cairngorms. The event village brings live music, outdoor cinema and wellness workshops for a festival feel.

Take on a rugged 31 mile ultra around Loch Lyon with about 3,500 ft of climbing, river crossings and sweeping Perthshire Highland scenery. Camp by the dam and make a proper weekend running escape.

Run a scenic 15.5 mile loop around Loch Lyon in Perthshire, fully off road with steep climbs, rolling trails and several river crossings that will likely leave feet wet. Finish at Glen Lyon Dam and camp on site for a wild weekend escape.

Tackle a scenic 60 km ultra in the Cairngorms with about 1000 m ascent and waymarked trails so navigation is not needed. Limited entries protect the conservation area and aid stations plus basic camping are provided.

Moray Way Relay Race The Moray Way Relay is a team relay covering about 100 miles around the Moray Way route. The course starts and finishes in Forres and follows the Moray Coastal Trail to Spey Bay, the Speyside Way to Grantown-on-Spey, th..

By Way of The Glen is a multiday 170 miles foot race from Milngavie to Inverness along the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, with about 24,000 ft of ascent. Limited to 20 experienced entrants, it is an epic Scottish ultra challenge.

The Great Glen Ultra is a 72 mile point to point race along the Great Glen Way from Fort William to Inverness, with dramatic Loch Ness and Highland views. Built for solo unsupported runners, marshalled checkpoints and 8,500 ft of climb make..

Tackle a scenic 42 mile Great Glen Way from Fort Augustus to Inverness with sweeping Loch Ness views and about 6,000 ft of ascent. Solo unsupported ultra with three drop bag checkpoints and a finishing lap on the athletics track.

Newtonmore Highland Games : event overview The Newtonmore Highland Games take place each year on the first Saturday in August in Newtonmore. The event is held at The Eilan, the village shinty pitch, and includes heavy events, track and fiel..

Choose 50 km or 100 km along the scenic Speyside Way, from whisky country to a coastal finish in Buckie. Well supported and steeped in tradition, this Scottish ultra offers big views and testing terrain.

The 2 Islands Half Marathon returns in 2026 alongside the Berneray 10K. Tackle one or both races and soak up the stunning island scenery and friendly community atmosphere.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.