Trail Running calendar near Inverness 2026-2027

This social trail run on 23 Feb 2026 features short, fun intervals to boost your running form and speed. Meet at the Air Cadet field in Banchory for a one-hour, coach-led session focused on fitness and community.

Night hill running around Glenshee ski station on compact piste snow, with 6.5 km and 11.5 km circuit options. Participants must carry winter mountain kit and meet fitness and experience requirements.

The Craig Dunain Hill Race features a new 7 km route with 400 m of climb for 2026, also hosting the North District Championships. A marked junior race is available, and all runners must carry full safety kit. The event is based from Great G..

A hill running event in Birnam, Dunkeld on 28 March 2026 with a senior 6.6 km course (360 m climb) and junior races of about 1.5 km and 3 km. The race uses ProTay timing and is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Deuchary Hill Canter on 29 March 2026 is an 18 km hill race at Polney Loch, Dunkeld, with 800 m of ascent. Entry fee is £15, minimum age 20, and competitors must carry safety kit; it is part of the Highland Boundary Series.

Event Overview The James & George Collie 15 Mile Trail Race is a trail running event held on the Balmoral Estate. The race takes place in April. Route Description The point-to-point course starts with a view of Balmoral Castle. Runners..

Tackle the Clachnaben Hill Race on 11th April 2026, a 13.6 km route with 690m of ascent starting near Strachan. Runners must be self-sufficient, carrying mandatory navigation and safety kit for the exposed, potentially misty course. Enjoy p..

The Ben Chonzie Hill Race in April 2026 is a Scottish Hill Runners championship event with a new 22.9 km route over Ben Chonzie and Loch Turret. It features a free junior race and post-race refreshments.

This 42-mile ultramarathon runs point-to-point along Scotland's West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. With four checkpoints and a 12-hour limit, it's a classic trail challenge. The event has a strong focus on inclusivity and envir..

A timed 10 km trail race from Monachyle Mhor Hotel that follows Loch Doine into Monachyle Glen, with three water stops, chip timing and a separate 1 km fun run. Prizes are available across four gender categories and multiple age bands.

Multi-day trail ultramarathon in the Scottish Highlands on 2 and 3 May 2026, offering six distances from 12 km to 110 km. Aid stations are placed about every 10 km and under 23s may enter free.

Two ultramarathon options along the Moray coast on 9 May 2026: 50 miles from Findhorn to Cullen Viaduct and 50 km from Lossiemouth to Cullen Viaduct. Fully stocked aid stations, drop bags, GPX files and a race handbook are provided.

A rugged 55 mile circular trail across Perthshire with 2,250 metres of ascent and UTMB qualifying points. Self sufficient race starts and finishes at Gulabin Lodge, ending with a dramatic climb to An Lairig Pass and stunning views.

A four‑evening series of 5k trail races on forest tracks at the base of Bennachie from May to August 2026, scored on the best three of four results with prizes for the top three finishers.

A 400 km, eight day stage race across the Scottish Highlands, starting in Fort William and finishing at Cape Wrath. The route crosses Knoydart, Kintail, Torridon, Assynt and Sutherland and runs through remote, varied terrain.

A community 5k and 10k in Tomatin on rural, undulating roads supporting MND Scotland, with water stations, medals for finishers and trophies for fastest adult and child categories.

A weekend trail running festival at Blair Castle on 29 to 31 May 2026 with races from a kids run to a 58 km ultra. The programme includes camping, live music, talks, outdoor cinema, yoga and guided runs.

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.

The Trotternish Ridge Race is a challenging 27 km mountain run along the famous ridge on the Isle of Skye. It is an unmarked, navigational event requiring hill running experience and full kit. The race includes transport and finishes with a..