Trail Running calendar near Fort Augustus 2026-2027

Night hill running around Glenshee ski station on compact piste snow, with 6.5 km and 11.5 km circuit options. Participants must carry winter mountain kit and meet fitness and experience requirements.

A classic hill relay in the Ochils. Teams of four tackle the three-leg course, including a paired leg. The route involves a significant 880 m of climb.

The Craig Dunain Hill Race features a new 7 km route with 400 m of climb for 2026, also hosting the North District Championships. A marked junior race is available, and all runners must carry full safety kit. The event is based from Great G..

A hill running event in Birnam, Dunkeld on 28 March 2026 with a senior 6.6 km course (360 m climb) and junior races of about 1.5 km and 3 km. The race uses ProTay timing and is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Deuchary Hill Canter on 29 March 2026 is an 18 km hill race at Polney Loch, Dunkeld, with 800 m of ascent. Entry fee is £15, minimum age 20, and competitors must carry safety kit; it is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Event Overview The James & George Collie 15 Mile Trail Race is a trail running event held on the Balmoral Estate. The race takes place in April. Route Description The point-to-point course starts with a view of Balmoral Castle. Runners..

The Ben Ledi Uphill Only Race is a 5.3 km climb with 760 meters of ascent, finishing on the summit. It doubles as the Scottish Athletics Senior and U20 Hill Running Championships. All runners must carry full waterproof and thermal gear.

The Ben Chonzie Hill Race in April 2026 is a Scottish Hill Runners championship event with a new 22.9 km route over Ben Chonzie and Loch Turret. It features a free junior race and post-race refreshments.

Join the Gartmorn Trail Race in Alloa for a scenic 10 km loop around woodland paths and Gartmorn Dam. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available for ages 8-15. The event features post race refreshments and prizes.

This 42-mile ultramarathon runs point-to-point along Scotland's West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. With four checkpoints and a 12-hour limit, it's a classic trail challenge. The event has a strong focus on inclusivity and envir..

Trail runs at Scone Palace include a 5km route and a 10km route that includes a lap of Perth Racecourse. The event is canicross friendly, uses live chip timing, and provides a medal and post-race refreshment for finishers.

This celebrated 10K starts at the Monachyle Mhor Hotel and takes runners along Loch Doine into scenic Monachyle Glen. The route mixes tarmac and trail, with muddy sections adding to the adventure. All finishers receive a medal, and the even..

Ultra X Scotland is a two-day trail running adventure in the Scottish Highlands, with six distances from 12km to 110km. The event features fully supported aid stations, relaxed cut-offs, and is part of the UTMB World Series. Runners under 2..

Annual hill race near Strathyre, Perthshire on Saturday before the May Day holiday. The **20 km** route gains over **5000 ft (1500 m)** and visits Ben Each and Stuc a' Chroin; a licensed bar and free ceilidh follow.

Two ultramarathon options along the Moray coast on 9 May 2026: 50 miles from Findhorn to Cullen Viaduct and 50 km from Lossiemouth to Cullen Viaduct. Fully stocked aid stations, drop bags, GPX files and a race handbook are provided.

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.

A multi day 400 km ultra running expedition across the Scottish Highlands, linking ancient footpaths and remote trails. The route finishes at Cape Wrath and uses daily tented camps for rest and refuelling.

The Skye Trail Ultra is a 79-mile journey across Scotland's Isle of Skye on the unmarked Skye Trail. The point-to-point race has 7 checkpoints and a 27-hour limit, requiring self-navigation and a strong background in mountain running. Entry..

A community 5k and 10k in Tomatin on rural, undulating roads supporting MND Scotland, with water stations, medals for finishers and trophies for fastest adult and child categories.

A trail running festival set in the grounds of Blair Castle, at the edge of the Cairngorms. Choose from a range of distances from a kids' run to a 60 km ultra. The weekend also features an outdoor cinema, live music, and wellness workshops.