Arrochar
Trail Running Calendar near Arrochar 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Arrochar for 2026-2027! We've gathered 20 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A guided social 6 km trail run from Milngavie Train Station along local paths with a qualified guide, mandatory trail shoes, and no dogs or under 18s.
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.
A social 8 km trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring parts of the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way, led by a qualified guide.
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.
Trail race at Hermitage Academy, Helensburgh on varied trails with four climbs and a long downhill finish, limited to 200 places.
A guided 10 km night-time trail run from Milngavie exploring local paths by head torch with a qualified guide; trail shoes and a head torch are required.
A varied-terrain 10 km race in Arrochar, Argyll on 19 Sep 2026 with chip timing, a finisher medal, and prize categories including local and veteran awards. The route mixes forestry roads, woodland paths and a lakeside pavement with views of Loch Long..
October 2026
A trail running festival in Aberfoyle on 10 October 2026 that marks its third edition, featuring the returning half marathon and a 63 km ultra across multiple race options.
Balloch Castle Country Park hosts 5 km, 10 km and half marathon races with chip timing, finishers medals, hydration stations and free race photos.
November 2026
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 Kilpatrick Hills half marathon on 14 November 2026 featuring single-track trails and forestry roads, limited to 50 places and listed as closed.
February 2027
About 21 miles mostly off road around the Ardgartan Peninsula with 3,500 ft ascent, two water stations and mandatory winter kit.
A scenic 10K from Monachyle Mhor that follows Loch Doine into Monachyle Glen, with chip timing and a separate 1K fun run.
June 2027
A 31 mile mountain ultra around Loch Lyon and Glen Lochay with water crossings, about 3,500 ft ascent and mandatory kit requirements.
A 15.5 mile off-road loop around Loch Lyon with about 1,500 ft of ascent, multiple river crossings, a mid-race water station and camping at Glen Lyon Dam.