Trail Running calendar near Glenmore 2026-2027

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.

Experience the 3 Beaches Half Marathon on Isle of Benbecula, a scenic multi terrain run across machair and three sandy shores. Enter solo or as a pair for a memorable coastal challenge.

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.

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.

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 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.

Test your endurance at Inverlael Forest with a five hour lap challenge overlooking Loch Broom. Complete as many 3.6 km loops as possible as an individual or in a team to support the Highland Hospice.

Experience a classic 20 km hill race through the rough and pathless terrain of the Slioch Horseshoe. This technical category AL event requires navigation skills and specific prior hill racing experience.

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 memorial hill race on Skye from the Sligachan Hotel covering 4.5 miles with 2500 feet of ascent. The short Category A event has a £5 entry fee, an 18 year minimum age and supports Skye Mountain Rescue Team.

A short hill race run as part of the Glenurquhart Highland Games in Drumnadrochit on 22 August 2026, about 3.5 miles with 700 feet of ascent. Entries are via SiEntries, minimum age 17, entry fee £10.

A scenic half marathon across Berneray and North Uist on rural surfaced roads, with sea views for virtually the whole way. The course is officially measured and finishes in Lochmaddy where the hotel sponsor provides lunch.

Discover the Land Below the Waves with a 35 mile ultramarathon around the complete circumference of the island of Tiree. Run across 14 sandy beaches and rugged coastline as an individual or in a relay team.

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.

Ben Nevis Skyline is a 30 km mountain race at Nevis Range near Fort William on 18 to 20 September 2026. It forms part of the Salomon Skyline Scotland weekend and was selected as a 2025 Golden Trail World Series qualifier.