Trail Running calendar near Glencoe 2026-2027

Traditional Scottish hill race on Ben Lomond with a 12.6 km route and 960 m ascent. Entry is limited to 100 runners and strict kit checks require waterproofs, hat, gloves and a whistle for safety.

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.

A 15.5 km hill race from Ormidale Pavilion, Brodick, to the summit of Goat Fell and back with 870 m of ascent. Competitors must be 18 or older, comply with mandatory safety kit rules, and entries are limited to 200.

An eight day, 400 km multi day run from Fort William to Cape Wrath lighthouse through Knoydart, Torridon, Fisherfield and Assynt. Evening campsites, meals, medics and live GPS tracking are provided.

A community road and trail event in Houston, Renfrewshire, featuring 10 km and 5 km races with chip timing, kids runs in the park, medals and age category awards, plus on-site facilities and post-race refreshments.

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 28 km fell race on the Isle of Jura with seven summits and 2370 m of ascent over technical terrain. Entrants must be 18 or older, meet vetting experience criteria and places are limited to 250.

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.

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.

A 50 km out and back ultramarathon along the Ayrshire Coast starting and finishing at Irvine Beach, running across beaches, promenades and trails from sunset into sunrise. Aid stations at 12, 25 and 37 km; drop bag option at 25 km.

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.

A 27 km ridge race on 6 June 2026 from Flodigary to Storr Lochs with about 2000 m of climb and descent. The unmarked route requires navigation and Category A experience, with kit checks and limited places with a waiting list.

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.

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..

An approximately 8.4 mile trail race around the West Highland Way and Mugdock Country Park, timed with chip timing and limited to 300 entries. The event supports the local Scout Group and requires runners to carry their own food and water.

A Scottish Athletics licensed five mile forest trail race on Arran on 7 June 2026, climbing over six hundred feet and mostly on forestry tracks. The route passes Glen Ashdale Falls and the Fairy Glen and can offer coastal views toward Holy..

A guided three day running journey along the West Highland Way covering about 154 km with coaching, luggage transfers and shared accommodation. Prior ultra experience and a set fitness pace are required.