Trail Running calendar near Balloch 2026-2027

Breaking The Laws in North Berwick on 13 September 2026 features a chip-timed 30K with solo and three-person relay options plus a scenic 10K walk, and donates five pounds per entry to Scottish Veterans Residences.

Ben Nevis Skyline is a 30 km mountain race at Nevis Range near Fort William on 18 to 20 September 2026. It forms part of the Salomon Skyline Scotland weekend and was selected as a 2025 Golden Trail World Series qualifier.

Experience a premier mountain and trail running event at the Nevis Range near Fort William featuring multiple race distances from 20K to 100 miles in the scenic Lochaber region.

A weekend of mountain and trail races at Nevis Range from 5 km to 100 miles, featuring live tracking, an event village, local food traders and a grand prize ceremony, attended by over 2,000 participants and thousands of spectators.

The Jacobite 100 will take place in Fort William from Friday 18 September 2026 to Sunday 20 September 2026. You can run between 20 and 100 miles.

Experience a 47 km mountain race through the Mamores range and past the cliffs of Ben Nevis. This technical course features 3,100 m of ascent and follows iconic ridges to a finish at the Nevis Range.

Trail races at Dalkeith Country Park in September 2026 cover distances from a family 1 mile to a 32.5 mile ultra. Courses use woodland and estate paths, live chip timing is provided, canicross is allowed and on site parking is available.

A multi-discipline mountain race from Kinlochleven that includes a loch swim, mountain bike sections along the West Highland Way and a run up Ben Nevis and back. Total distance 73 km with 7,874 ft elevation gain.

Experience a 57 mile journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh following historic canal towpaths and city landmarks. This flat and fast paced ultra marathon features live GPS tracking and full checkpoint support for up to 750 participants.

Run through Scottish history at the William Wallace Running Festival. Choose between a fast, flat 10km past Stirling Bridge or a family-friendly 1 mile fun run. Both events start and finish at Stirling Cricket Club on 10 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.

A hill race from Alva Glen through the Ochils covering 14.6 km with 966 m of climb, visiting summit checkpoints including Ben Cleuch and The Nebit. Registration is at Alva Scout Hall and basic facilities and prize categories are provided.

Join the Halloween themed Auchterarder 10K Chilli Trail on 31 October for a fun, chilli pepper shaped route into the Ochil Hills with forest trails, stream crossings and sweeping views. All finishers get a snood and a bespoke medal.

Experience a scenic trail half marathon through the historic Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve. This autumnal run features wooded trails and coastal paths while supporting the South Queensferry RNLI.

Discover an extensive network of forest trails at Tentsmuir Forest with distances ranging from a 1.2km fun run up to a half marathon. Enjoy marked off-road routes and earn a medal for your achievement.

A six hour night time ultra on the John Muir Way at Balgone Estate where runners complete repeated 5 km off road loops solo or in teams of up to three, with a tented base, music and lighting on the course.

A multi-terrain ultra around the Tweed Valley based at Glentress Peel Visitor Centre in mid-November. Two route options, 65 km and 50 km, follow forest trails, riverside paths and open moorland with marked routes and aid stations.

Part of the South By Five series, this is a free 5km run in Glasgow's Linn Park. It's one of six park events over 12 weeks, with the goal of completing five to finish the series. Entry supports local community and charity projects.

Experience off road trail runs through the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill. With 10km and 5km routes plus a festive 1.2km fun run, participants enjoy marked courses and post race refreshments.

Run a free 5 km in Glasgow's Rouken Glen park as part of the South By Five series. Your participation supports the Acorn Trails Community Fund and a local animal charity. Join for a community focused run and an optional park clean up.