Trail Running calendar near Charlestown of Aberlour 2026-2027

An eight hour looped trail event at Devilla Forest where participants complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible. Electronic wristbands record laps and lap times, with distances determined by total laps completed.

Experience an epic 15 mile trail race through the Highland scenery of the Balmoral Estate. Run past the magnificent River Dee and the base of Lochnagar before finishing at Balmoral Castle.

Enjoy a 19.5 mile fun run from Dundee to St Andrews along the scenic Fife Coastal Path. This non competitive event features forest trails and a historic finish at the Old Course including a medal and commemorative t-shirt.

Test your navigation skills and endurance at this 13.6 km event with 690 m of ascent. Experience the rugged beauty of Clachnaben in a race that emphasizes self sufficiency and traditional hill running values.

Test your navigation skills on this 22.9 km hill race featuring 1435 meters of ascent. Runners visit six checkpoints via Ben Chonzie and Loch Turret with post race refreshments and home baking included.

Experience a scenic trail run through the historic Scone Palace grounds and Perth Racecourse. Choose between 5km and 10km distances at this dog friendly event featuring live chip timing and finisher medals.

Experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands with a variety of trail races ranging from 12km to 110km. Run through the iconic trails of Loch Ness in this well supported multi distance event.

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

Explore Scotland's Moray coast on a spectacular trail ultra. Choose between a 50-mile or 50K route featuring beaches, cliffs, and villages, finishing at the iconic Cullen Viaduct. The event includes race buses, aid stations, and live tracki..

Experience a monthly trail running series at the base of Bennachie featuring four 5 km races through forest tracks. Compete for the best overall time in this evening summer event held near the Bennachie Visitor Centre.

Test your limits at the MacTuff Really Muddy 5k and 10k in Aberdeen. Navigate a course of mud water and obstacles to receive your technical T shirt and finishers medal.

A muddy outdoor run at Castle Fraser on 17 May 2026 offering 3 km for kids and adults plus 5 km and 10 km for adults. The route crosses bogs, pools and forest terrain; participants receive a t-shirt and a custom medal.

Join Kirkhill 8 on 23 May 2026 for a scenic 4.3 mile trail loop in Kirkhill Forest that you can repeat over an eight hour window to chase distances from marathon to 50 miles. Limited to 100 places, this friendly, inclusive event fills fast.

Community trail run in Tomatin offering 5 km and 10 km routes on rural roads and hilly paths. Water stations, distance markers and medals for finishers with trophies for fastest adult and child in each distance.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Aberdeen with interval style races featuring solo and team categories. Choose between 400m and 800m repetitions in this unique high intensity event for adults.

Enjoy a 34 km or 24 km point to point fun run from Aberdeen to Ellon. This non competitive event features on course refreshments and a special goody bag at the finish.

A waymarked 60 km ultra in the Cairngorms National Park based at Mar Lodge. The route includes 1006 m ascent, two aid stations and an approximately 48 km short course option with finisher status.

Test your endurance at Inverlael Forest with a five hour lap challenge overlooking Loch Broom. Complete as many 3.6 km loops as possible as an individual or in a team to support the Highland Hospice.

Experience a classic 20 km hill race through the rough and pathless terrain of the Slioch Horseshoe. This technical category AL event requires navigation skills and specific prior hill racing experience.

Celebrate midsummer with a multi terrain ultra trail race through Royal Deeside. Choose between 6, 12, or 24 hour options as a solo runner or in a team at the scenic Knockburn Sports Loch.