Trail Running calendar near Bridge of Orchy 2026-2027

Part of the Aberdour Festival, the Donkey Brae Races feature a timed 7 mile coastal course, a 2 mile village route and a c.1 km fun run, finishing at Silver Sands Park with on-course hydration, medals and prizes.

Experience the diverse terrain of Stirling with five trail distances ranging from a 5 km forest run to a 50 km mountain ultra. Navigate undulating trails and fell climbs starting from the historic University of Stirling.

Explore a network of scenic forest trails starting from the grounds of Tulliallan Castle. This festival offers half marathon, 10km, and 5km trail runs alongside a family fun run.

Cross the scenic Ochil Hills in this 33 km point to point race from Glen Devon to Stirling University. Navigate through thirteen checkpoints and 1770 meters of ascent in a true test of mountain running and orientation.

Celebrate a decade of trail running in Scotland at the 10th anniversary of the Dunoon Ultra Marathon. Choose between a solo ultra or a three person relay through the scenic landscapes of Argyll with a historic pier finish.

Experience a short and sharp challenge at the Achmony Hill Race in Drumnadrochit. This 3.5 mile course features 700 feet of climbing and finishes in the lively arena of the Glenurquhart Highland Games.

Experience a solo adventure at Dalkeith Country Park with trail runs and weighted ruck challenges. Navigate woodland paths through a historic 1000 acre estate south of Edinburgh featuring live chip timing and specialized categories.

Experience a 10 km trail race on the Isle of Arran featuring rough footpaths and forestry roads with 600 feet of ascent. Starting from Brodick, this scenic route offers a mix of hill climbs and forest descents.

Trail running festival in Devilla Forest with one lap courses from Tulliallan police college. Distances range from a mixed terrain half marathon to a 1.5km family fun run; routes are waymarked and marshalled and finishers receive medals.

A 5.7 mile trail race in Cardenden Woods on 23 August 2026 marking the 200th anniversary of Scotland’s last pistol duel, with mainly off-road terrain, limited places and on-site prize giving at the Corrie Centre.

Enjoy a three part summer 5K series through Edinburgh's scenic parks. These chip timed evening races at Inverleith Park, Leith Links, and Fettes offer a friendly atmosphere for runners of all abilities.

Follow the iconic West Highland Way on this 53 mile point to point ultramarathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Enjoy a fully waymarked route with chip timing and extensive finish line facilities in Tyndrum.

Experience a 43 km team relay through the beautiful hills of Glen Lednock. This four stage event features mountain terrain and trail sections starting and finishing in the village of Comrie.

Experience a unique obstacle run in Glasgow featuring a variety of large inflatable structures. This event offers a 5k course designed for participants to navigate through multiple bouncy stations in Lanarkshire.

An inflatable obstacle course 5K in Edinburgh, Midlothian on Saturday 5 September 2026, presented as the 2026 edition of the Inflatable 5K. A participant review notes a positive family experience with multiple people taking part.

Tackle a scenic 12 or 24 hour loop around Loch Morlich in Glenmore Forest, testing endurance on a supportive, compact course. Limited entries and a runners welfare hub at The Hayfield make for a friendly, focused event.

Experience an off road trail running adventure through the Scottish Highlands from Ben Nevis to Glencoe. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring mountain terrain and the famous Devils Staircase.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Livingston with interval based distances of 400m or 800m. Register for solo categories or join forces with others in the doubles and relay team formats.

Experience the scenery of Ayrshire in this 40 mile ultra marathon or relay from Glenbuck Loch to Ayr. Enjoy a supported point to point route with regular checkpoints and bag transport services.

Experience a scenic 22.4 mile circular walk through the Trossachs starting from Callander. This LDWA challenge event circles Loch Venachar and offers spectacular views of Ben Ledi and the surrounding Scottish crags.