Castle Douglas
Trail Running Calendar near Castle Douglas 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Castle Douglas for 2026-2027! We've gathered 9 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A Category BS fell race on Sale Fell near Wythop Mill with a 3.8 mile route, junior races, veteran category prizes and required mountain kit.
December 2026
A 17.5 km circular hill race in the Southern Galloway with 800 m ascent, summit checkpoints, mandatory winter kit and proceeds to Galloway Mountain Rescue.
A narrative trail of about 12 km around Distington, Parton and Harrington with written navigation, a finish medal and festive treats at Distington Community Centre.
April 2027
A 46-mile mountain race with 4600 m ascent from Caldons campsite, for solo runners or teams of 2–4, featuring multiple manned checkpoints and published route maps.
A circular 32 km (20 mi) mountain race in the Galloway hills with 1850 m ascent, checkpoints and finish refreshments, marshalled by Galloway Mountain Rescue.
June 2027
A 104 miles ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from St John’s Town of Dalry to Galashiels with 4611 m ascent, live tracking, mandatory kit checks and qualifying rules.
A 56 mile Southern Upland Way trail race from St John's Town of Dalry to Moffat with 2447 m ascent, 20 hour cut-off, 400 places and mandatory qualifying and kit requirements.
July 2027
South Scotland Outdoor Festival at Drumlanrig Castle blends trail running and gravel riding with talks, films, sauna, wellbeing sessions and live music; distances include Kids Fun Run, 5 km, 10 km, 21 km.
December 2027
A 17.50 km circular hill race in the Southern Galloway mountains with 800 m ascent and mandatory winter kit.