East Kilbride
Trail Running Calendar near East Kilbride 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near East Kilbride for 2026-2027! We've gathered 44 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
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.
District cross country relay championships at Dechmont Law on 10 October 2026, organised by Scottish Athletics with age-group rules and multiple relay legs.
Annual charity 10 km trail run at Eglinton Park, Ayrshire, supporting local mental health charity Release Ayrshire; the event is at capacity.
A social 10km trail run from Milngavie Train Station exploring the Clyde Coastal Path and West Highland Way with mandatory trail shoes and a head torch.
Timed races at Chatelherault Country Park offering 6 km, 10 km, 16 km and 20 km with chip timing, medals, hydration and on-the-day entry options.
Guided 8 km headtorch trail run from Milngavie Train Station along local trails including the Clyde Coastal path and West Highland Way with qualified guides.
Chip timed 5 km, 10 km and half marathon at Balloch Castle Country Park with medals, hydration stations and marshals on course.
A chip-timed 5k, 10k and half marathon at Kinneil Estate near Bo' Ness with measured courses, finishers medals, hydration stations and free race photos after the event.
A 7.5 km two-lap trail race in Mugdock Country Park that commemorates Duncan Macfarlane and supports the Woodland Trust and the Chris Smith Memorial Fund.
A hill race on Tinto Hill near Biggar featuring a 4.4 mile senior course with 1500 ft ascent plus a separate free junior race for under 16s.
November 2026
Inaugural Antonine Trail 10k in Twechar on 1 Nov 2026 follows much of the original undulating ATRX course with multiple climbs, chip timing and a 150 runner limit.
A roughly 5 mile trail race around Kippen starting from the sports field, with limited Race HQ facilities, trophies for top finishers and a post-race cake and coffee.
Inaugural Kilpatrick Hills half marathon on 14 November 2026 featuring single-track trails and forestry roads, limited to 50 places and listed as closed.
A single event 5 km park race at Linn Park on 15 November 2026, part of the six-park South By Five series. Entry is free but includes a mandatory donation.
A 5 km park run at Rouken Glen on 29 Nov 2026, part of the six park South By Five series; free entry with a mandatory minimum donation and limited places.