Trail Running calendar near Drumnadrochit 2026-2027

A 3.4k hill race with 400 m ascent near Strathyre, held on 13 May 2026 as part of the Bog'n'Burn Series. Entries are via SiEntries, minimum age 14, with prize categories from U18 to V80.

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.

Uphill only 7.2 km race to the summit of Glas Tulaichean with 670 m of ascent on double track and open hill sections. The event is organised under Scottish Athletics and Scottish Hill Runners rules with kit and age requirements.

A 400 km, eight day expedition through remote Highland landscapes from Knoydart and Kintail to Cape Wrath, with daily tented camps. The Cape Wrath 100 offers a three day version covering the final stages.

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.

An off-road mud run in Aberdeen on 17 May 2026 with 5 km and 10 km options for adults and supervised teenagers. The course includes mud, water and obstacles; entries include a Tec T shirt, finishers medal, free parking and photos.

A one-lap hill race in Perth on 21 May 2026 covering approx. 7 km with 243 m of climb. Registration is at Kinnoull Church Hall; competitors must be 16 or older and carry basic safety kit.

A 79 mile self navigation ultramarathon across the Isle of Skye with seven checkpoints and a 27 hour cut off. Entry is by application only, limited to 100 places, and requires mountain experience and mandatory kit.

Community trail run in Tomatin with 5k and 10k routes on rural, undulating roads and paths, two to three water stations, medals for finishers and trophies for fastest categories; minimum age 4 with under 10s accompanied by an adult.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender is a three day trail event in Blair Atholl from 29 to 31 May 2026. Official timing is provided and race day results will be published.

A point to point 96 mile ultra along the West Highland Way from Fort William to Milngavie with nine support locations and race trackers. An optional Ben Nevis extension raises the distance to 107 miles and adds significant mountain ascent.

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.

An unmarked mountain race on Saturday 6 June 2026 along the Trotternish Ridge from Flodigary to Storr Lochs, about 27 km with roughly 2000 m ascent. Category A event with required hill running kit and map and compass navigation.

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.

An off road 60 km ultra based at Mar Lodge in the Cairngorms National Park with 1006 m ascent, limited aid stations and a 48 km short course option via CP5 at Linn of Dee.

A five hour lap challenge in Inverlael Forest near Ullapool where participants complete 3.6 km laps as individuals or teams; the event raises funds for Highland Hospice and awards medals to finishers.

A 20 km AL category hill race on 14 June 2026 around the Slioch Horseshoe near Kinlochewe with an unmarked route, mandatory navigation and kit, and an enforced checkpoint cutoff.

A 5.8 mile hill race in Reid Park, Forfar on 19 June 2026 with paths and trails over "Bummie". Entry is £5, post race bridies are provided and a vegetarian option is available.

The Saltire 24 ultra trail race in Scotland's Royal Deeside offers laps on a scenic multi-terrain trail. Choose from 6, 12, or 24-hour options, running solo or in teams. Enjoy free camping, hot showers, and eco-friendly prizes during the mi..