Trail Running calendar near Glenmore 2026-2027

A 125 km coastal mountain ultra on the Knoydart Peninsula in Scotland, staged over three race days from a base camp at Longbeach, Inverie. The event uses staffed checkpoints, tents for accommodation and boat transfers to reach the start.

Experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands with a variety of trail races ranging from 12km to 110km. Run through the iconic trails of Loch Ness in this well supported multi distance event.

This annual half marathon takes runners to the Hebridean island of Tiree. The event, which started in 2006, includes a friendly atmosphere and a traditional ceilidh in the evening.

A multi terrain half marathon on the Isle of Benbecula that can be run solo or as a pair. The route crosses machair and beaches including Liniclate, Stinky Bay and Culla Bay and includes uneven ground with rabbit burrows.

A 400 km, eight-day ultra-running expedition across north-west Scotland from Knoydart to Cape Wrath, running ancient paths, lochs and mountain terrain. A three-day Cape Wrath 100 covers the final stages with the same tented camp format.

A 79 miles self navigated ultramarathon across the Isle of Skye following the Skye Trail, featuring seven checkpoints, a 27 hour cut off and limited entry by application. Mountain experience and mandatory kit are required.

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.

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 mountain ridge race on 6 June 2026 from Flodigary to Storr Lochs, roughly 27 km with 2000 m of ascent and descent. The unmarked route requires navigation skills, Category A experience and Scottish Hill Runners kit compliance.

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.

Ullapool Forest Runs stages the Heartbreak Hill five hour challenge in Inverlael Forest, where participants complete 3.6 km laps as individuals or teams. The event supports Highland Hospice and awards medals to all finishers and to top fini..

A 20 km AL category hill race around the Slioch Horseshoe near Kinlochewe. The unmarked route crosses rough, pathless terrain and requires navigation experience and mandatory safety kit.

A 170 mile point to point foot race from Milngavie to Inverness following the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, with checkpoints, tracking, and vetting of entrants.

Take on the Great Glen Ultra from Corpach to Inverness, a scenic but tough 72 mile solo race with roughly 8,500 ft of climbing and a limited field of 150. UTMB points available for experienced endurance runners.

Tackle a rugged 42 mile Great Glen Ultra short course from Fort Augustus to Inverness with about 6,000 ft of climbing. Cross the line with a lap of the Inverness Sports Centre track for a memorable finish.

A 4.5 mile hill race on Skye with about 2500 feet of ascent starting from Sligachan Hotel on 11 July 2026. Entry via SiEntries, minimum age 18 and a £5 fee; competitors must carry windproof body cover.

A short hill race of about 3.5 miles with 700 ft of ascent held within the Glenurquhart Highland Games in Drumnadrochit. Entry fee £10, minimum age 17, with on-the-day entries listed as available until 2:30pm.

A scenic half marathon from Berneray to Lochmaddy with sea views for almost the entire route, mainly on surfaced single track roads. Organised by North Uist Amateur Athletics Club, the finish is at the Lochmaddy Hotel where lunch is provide..

A mountain running event on 5 September 2026 from New Town Park, Fort William, ascending Ben Nevis to the summit and returning. Entry is by pre-selection, limited to 600 places, and club membership plus hill race qualifying is required.

A 35 mile coastal ultramarathon around the Isle of Tiree on 06 Sep 2026, featuring sandy beaches, gravel tracks and varied terrain. A two person relay splits the course at Balevullin with a checkpoint and bag drop.