Trail Running calendar near Glencoe 2026-2027

Ben Nevis Race is an annual mountain run in Fort William that goes from the foot of the UKs highest mountain to the summit and back. Entry is by pre selection, limited to 600 and requires club membership and hill race experience.

A medieval trail running festival at Carron Valley on 5 September, with a half marathon, kids run and a five hour multi-lap siege. The course circles a village hub and finishes under torchlight with live music and costume prizes.

MacTuff Really Muddy in Fife Kinross on 5 September 2026 is an obstacle run over muddy and wet terrain with water and obstacles. Distances include 10 km, 5 km and a 3 km option for children, with a Tec T shirt and finishers medal included.

A 35 mile circumnavigation of Tiree on 6 September 2026 that follows marked checkpoints around beaches and coastal paths. Open to individuals or two-person relay teams, with finish, prize giving and an evening ceilidh at Scarinish Beach Hot..

Experience an off road trail running adventure through the Scottish Highlands from Ben Nevis to Glencoe. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring mountain terrain and the famous Devils Staircase.

A 22.4 miles circular challenge on 12 September 2026 around Loch Venachar with 3350 ft ascent. The route starts and finishes at Kirk Hall in Callander and passes checkpoints at Bochastle and Brig o'Turk.

A multi-distance mountain and trail running event in Kinlochleven offering seven races from 100 miles to 5 km, an event village with live commentary, brand exhibits and athlete activities across a three day programme.

The Ben Nevis Skyline will take place in Fort William on Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run 29 kilometers.

A 47km mountain trail across the Mamores with 3,100m of ascent, starting in Kinlochleven and finishing at Nevis Range on 19 September 2026. The fully waymarked course links five Munros and includes one aid station at 31km.

A varied-terrain 10 km race in Arrochar, Argyll on 19 Sep 2026 with chip timing, a finisher medal, and prize categories including local and veteran awards. The route mixes forestry roads, woodland paths and a lakeside pavement with views of..

Skyline Scotland 100K is a 106km mountain running race with about 6,350m of ascent across Ben Nevis and the Grey Corries. The fully waymarked route includes grade 1 scrambles, mandatory kit and GPS tracking for safety.

A 26.2 miles loop marathon in the Cairngorms National Park on 20 September 2026, mostly on trail with varied terrain around Kingussie. Entry includes a finisher's medal, T-shirt and post-race food; fee £89.99 and places limited.

Charity run at Maggie's Forth Valley on 20 Sep 2026 featuring scenic 5K and 10K forest routes around Maggies Pond that finish at the Maggie’s Centre. Fundraising is optional and proceeds support Maggie’s Forth Valley.

Trail ultras across the Ochil Hills with 30 and 50 mile options plus a limited 100 mile event. Marked routes, chip timing, GPS tracking, checkpoints with water and drop-bag support; finishers receive medals and category prizes.

A multisport mountain event in Kinlochleven featuring a loch swim, mountain and gravel bike sections along the West Highland Way, and a run to the summit of Ben Nevis. Total distance about 73 km with significant elevation gain.

Mud Madness at Chatelherault Country Park on 4 October 2026 offers a 1 km kids course and a 5 km family mud run with obstacles, water hazards and staggered waves, plus on-site parking, registration t-shirts and finishers' medals.

A 57 mile ultramarathon from Glasgow to Edinburgh with live GPS tracking, staffed checkpoints and strict kit and qualifying requirements. The mostly canal and towpath route passes the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall.

A 70 km circular mixed terrain ultra in and around historic Stirling, offered as solo entries or team relays of three or six, with aid stations, GPS live tracking and an overall 14 hour cut off.

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.

Experience a fully waymarked 28 mile ultramarathon from the Scottish coast to the summit of Ben Nevis. This supported mountain adventure features stunning Highland trails and is designed to be accessible for everyday adventurers.