Trail Running calendar near Fort William 2026-2027

A 35 mile trail running event on the Kintyre Way from Tayinloan to Campbeltown on 9 May 2026. Waymarked route with GPS tracking, drop-bag service, finish showers and massage, with solo and relay entry options.

A traditional Scottish hill race on Ben Lomond, limited to 100 experienced runners. The 12.6 km route features significant ascent and a strict 45-minute halfway cut-off for safety. Mandatory kit is required for this self-sufficient mountain..

Experience Scotland's scenic Moray coast in these coastal trail ultramarathons. Choose between a 50-mile or 50km route, starting in Findhorn or Lossiemouth and finishing at Cullen Viaduct. The event features coastal trails, forests, and fis..

Experience an endurance challenge at the historic Inverkip trails where you can run as many laps as you choose in 24 hours. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with on site camping and full facilities in the Scottish forest.

An eight day, 400 km expedition race across north west Scotland from Knoydart to Cape Wrath, with nightly tented camps. A three day Cape Wrath 100 covers the final stages of the route.

Experience scenic running through the Gryffe Valley with 10k and 5k races on quiet country lanes plus dedicated kids runs. Enjoy a community atmosphere with timing services and home baking at the finish.

Traverse the Isle of Skye from end to end on this 79 mile self navigation ultramarathon. Limited to 100 participants, this wild trail route features 3780m of elevation and stunning Scottish mountain scenery.

Test your endurance and hillcraft in this classic Scottish island race featuring seven mountain summits and 2370 meters of climbing over technical terrain.

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.

MacTuffX Glasgow offers an interval based racing experience featuring 400m and 800m repetitions. Participants can compete as individuals or in teams across multiple distance formats in this fitness event.

Experience a premier trail running weekend in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Choose from multiple distances ranging from 7km to a 58km ultra, complemented by live music, yoga, and outdoor cinema at historic Blair Castle.

Run the iconic West Highland Way, a 96 mile point to point ultra from Fort William to Milngavie across stunning Highland terrain. Choose the Ben Nevis variant to add a summit and extra miles for a tougher challenge.

Glen Lyon Ultra is a scenic 31 mile off road test in remote Perthshire with about 3500 ft of ascent and wet river crossings around Loch Lyon. Rugged trails and lochside camping make this a memorable challenge for adventurous trail runners.

Killearn 10k on 6 June 2026 is a 10 km trail race around Killearn Public Park and the foothills of Dumgoyne. The course mixes tarmac, forest paths and grassland and entry includes a technical t-shirt or vest.

Experience a 27 km mountain race along the Trotternish Ridge from Flodigary to Storr Lochs. This self navigated Category A event features 2000 m of ascent and is limited to 75 experienced participants.

The Glen Lyon Trail Race on 7 June 2026 is a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon with 1,500 ft of climb and several river crossings. Limited to 150 runners, expect a tough but rewarding challenge with camping at Glen Lyon Dam.

Take on the Palacerigg Trail 10k at Palacerigg Country Park in Cumbernauld, an undulating woodland route on single track and forest paths with trail shoes advised. Proceeds support Freedom City Foundation and its local foodbank and communit..

A trail race through sections of the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park covering approximately 8.4 miles. The event is limited to 300 runners, uses electronic chip timing, and awards medals plus refreshments to all finishers.

This is a three-day, small-group ultra-running journey along Scotland's famous West Highland Way. Participants run approximately 54 km, 42 km, and 58 km on consecutive days, staying in different locations each night with bag transport provi..

The Cairngorms Ultra Trail is a 60 km run through the heart of Scotland's largest national park. The route showcases remote glens, ancient pine forests, and dramatic mountain passes. The event is based from Mar Lodge near Braemar and featur..