Trail Running calendar near Ballater 2026-2027
We have found 113 Trailruns within 80 miles of Ballater. See below where and when you can find the races.
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Three evening *5 km* races in Edinburgh at Inverleith Park, Leith Links and Fettes. Individual entry is £12 or £30 for all three; chip timing, photos, marked routes and age-category prizes are provided.
A 31 miles ultra around Loch Lyon and into Glen Lochay with about 3,500 ft of ascent. The mostly off road route includes several river crossings, multiple water checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements.
A not-a-race run on 6 June 2026 from Archibald Simpsons to BrewDog DogTap in Ellon, with an alternative Dyce start. Options are about 21 miles (34k) or 15 miles (24k); two drinks stations and a goody bag with medal.
A mountain hill race in the Western Mamores covering about 13 km and 1300 m of ascent over two Munro summits. The unmarked, clockwise route starts and finishes near Lower Falls and requires mandatory mountain safety kit.
A 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon in the Perthshire hills with about 1,500 ft of ascent, multiple river crossings and a mid race water station. Camping is available at the dam the night before.
A Spartan obstacle weekend at Hopetoun Estate near Edinburgh on June 7, 2026, with Sprint, Super, Beast and a Kids Race; a Trifecta in One Day is available and Tough Mudder runs on the same weekend.
A 10.4 km hill race with 310 m of climb around East Linton on 13 June 2026, featuring a river wade and a steep rocky ascent with rope. Organised by Carnethy Hill Running Club, entries open online and on the day, fee £7.50.
An obstacle 5k in Camperdown Park on 14 June 2026 where participants climb, crawl and slide across mixed terrain. Entry prices and a minimum fundraising target apply, and the event is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Experience a midweek hill race starting from RSPB Loch Leven with 370m of ascent over a 7.93 km course. Enjoy views across Fife and Perthshire on a route featuring two main climbs and a classic descent.
A beach 5 km race at Balmedie on 18 June 2026 organised by the Cosmics, featuring 30 m of climb and entries via Webscorer; parking is at Balmedie Beach car park.
A lapped trail endurance event in Royal Deeside offering 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour options on a 4.2 mile lap. Solo and team entries are accepted and the venue provides on course marshals, medics, limited camping and gender inclusive facil..
A muddy 5k obstacle course through The Meadows in Edinburgh on 21 June 2026. The event has staggered wave starts, a minimum fundraising target of £50 and on site facilities such as toilets and refreshments.
A hill race organised by Dundee Hawkhill Harriers in the Sidlaw hills, starting at Kirkton of Auchterhouse. The course is 10.4 km with 360 m ascent, open to those aged over 17, with individual and team prizes and post-race refreshments.
A 100 miles ultra trail race starting and finishing in Forres, linking the Moray Coastal Trail, Speyside Way and Dava Way. Limited to 100 entries with a 30 hour cutoff; entrants must be 18 and experienced in ultra distance running.
A team relay covering about 100 miles around the Moray Way from Forres, split into 12 legs with teams of up to four, a 24 hour cutoff and a tracker baton to record each handover.
Test your endurance at MacTuffX Dundee in June 2026. Choose from individual, double, or relay categories featuring repeated intervals of 400m or 800m. Open to all participants aged 18 and over.
A Category C long hill race of 43 km along the historic Lairig Ghru drove road, rising to 835 m between Braemar and Aviemore. Online entry is £25 and net proceeds support the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team.
July 2026
Three evening *5 km* races in Edinburgh at Inverleith Park, Leith Links and Fettes. Individual entry is £12 or £30 for all three; chip timing, photos, marked routes and age-category prizes are provided.