Trail Running calendar near Mallaig 2025-2026

Take part in the Aviemore Santa Run at Glenmore Lodge with a festive 5K or family Merry Mile and Santa suits or eco options. Enjoy live music, treats and mountain views while supporting local charities; pushchair and wheelchair accessible a..

Start 2026 with the Aonach Mor Uphill, a thrilling 4 km mountain race climbing 610 m from Nevis Range above Fort William. Take on rugged winter terrain with mandatory waterproof kit, then warm up with soup and stunning summit views.

The Loch Morlich Running Festival, organized by Fitnessat58°, takes place in the scenic Glenmore Forest, finishing at the picturesque Loch Morlich beach. Scheduled for January 3, 2026, this event offers two trail distances: 5.6KM and 11.2KM..

Tackle a rugged 21 mile trail with 3,500 ft of climbing around the Ardgartan Peninsula, ending with a dramatic downhill through forest and moor. Based in Ardgartan Forest Park, this winter route is mostly off road and rewards strong climber..

Take on the Devil o' the Highlands, a rugged 42 mile 69 km trail ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. Expect dramatic Scottish scenery, steep climbs and a 12 hour cutoff for this epic point to point challe..

Run the Hidden Glen 10K from Monachyle Mhor along the shores of Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen, featuring a scenic tarmac to trail route. Take on the 10K or join the 1K fun run on this award winning course voted Best 10K in Scotland and..

Explore the Great Glen and Loch Ness in Ultra X Scotland, a multi day trail ultramarathon based in Inverness. From short 12 km runs to bold 110 km challenges, enjoy marked routes, checkpoints, support and a celebrated finisher medal.

Run 400 km across the wild Scottish Highlands in the Cape Wrath Ultra, an eight day multi stage adventure from Fort William to Cape Wrath lighthouse. Each day brings remote mountains, sea lochs, overnight camps and full on course support.

Take on the Skye Trail Ultra: a rugged 79 mile race across the Isle of Skye, with stunning scenery, seven checkpoints and a 27 hour cut off. Entry is by application and limited to 100, so experienced, self navigate runners should apply.

Take on a rugged 31 mile ultra around Loch Lyon with about 3,500 ft of climbing, river crossings and sweeping Perthshire Highland scenery. Camp by the dam and make a proper weekend running escape.

Run a scenic 15.5 mile loop around Loch Lyon in Perthshire, fully off road with steep climbs, rolling trails and several river crossings that will likely leave feet wet. Finish at Glen Lyon Dam and camp on site for a wild weekend escape.

By Way of The Glen is a multiday 170 miles foot race from Milngavie to Inverness along the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, with about 24,000 ft of ascent. Limited to 20 experienced entrants, it is an epic Scottish ultra challenge.

The Great Glen Ultra is a 72 mile point to point race along the Great Glen Way from Fort William to Inverness, with dramatic Loch Ness and Highland views. Built for solo unsupported runners, marshalled checkpoints and 8,500 ft of climb make..

Tackle a scenic 42 mile Great Glen Way from Fort Augustus to Inverness with sweeping Loch Ness views and about 6,000 ft of ascent. Solo unsupported ultra with three drop bag checkpoints and a finishing lap on the athletics track.

Join The Highlander Backyard Ultra at Murthly Castle Estate, Perthshire from 18 to 20 July 2026 for an epic test of endurance. Repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains, with camping and aid facilities on site.

Newtonmore Highland Games : event overview The Newtonmore Highland Games take place each year on the first Saturday in August in Newtonmore. The event is held at The Eilan, the village shinty pitch, and includes heavy events, track and fiel..

The 2 Islands Half Marathon returns in 2026 alongside the Berneray 10K. Tackle one or both races and soak up the stunning island scenery and friendly community atmosphere.

Take on Glenmore 24, a scenic trail challenge around Loch Morlich with 12 hour and 24 hour looped options on forest trails. Expect rolling climbs, lakeside views and a friendly festival atmosphere with limited places available.

Explore the Isle of Tiree on a stunning 35 mile coastal loop that visits 14 beaches and finishes across Gott Bay. Start and finish at Scarinish Beach Hotel, enjoy on course support and a lively prize giving and island ceilidh to celebrate.

Salomon Skyline Scotland brings mountain and trail racing to Nevis Range near Fort William with distances from 10 km to 100 km. Expect live commentary, tracking, an expo, local food stalls and a lively prize giving and evening party.