Perth
Trail Running Calendar near Perth 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Perth for 2026-2027! We've gathered 34 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A 33 km hill race across the Ochil Hills with summit controls, mandatory mountain kit and bus transfer to the remote start.
A 10km trail run around Bertha Loch and Almondbank on 22 August 2026, using a reverse summer route with technical, muddy sections through woods and gentle hills.
A 12 hour event on 22 August 2026 with repeated 10 km laps around Bertha Loch; solo or team entries, chip timing, water station and live results.
Trail running festival at Devilla Forest with one‑lap half marathon, 10km, 5km and a 1.5km family fun run based at Tulliallan police college.
A roughly 5.7 mile trail run through Cardenden Woods on 23 Aug 2026 marking the 200th anniversary of Scotland’s last pistol duel with medals and cash prizes.
Weekend running festival in Kirkcaldy with a half marathon, 5k and 10k trail races plus a child-friendly superhero fun run.
A trail race at Dunnikier Park on 29 August 2026 featuring two approx 5k laps over mixed surfaces, UK Athletics rules, a two hour time limit and a charity partnership with Maggie’s Fife.
September 2026
Mud and water obstacle runs in Fife Kinross on 5 September 2026 with 3km, 5km and 10km options plus event T shirt, medal, free parking and photos.
Running festival at Glamis Castle on 13 September 2026 organised by Maggie's, in person, with tickets priced at £30 and a no refunds policy.
A 5 kilometre trail race through the woodland of Letham Glen on 13 September 2026 with medals for all finishers, prizes for top and local finishers, and a £10 entry fee.
A beach out and back about 5k on Pettycur Sands with dog running categories, capped at 100 entries and prizes across age and multi dog classes.
Trail ultras across the Ochil Hills offering 30 miles, 50 miles and a limited 100 miles event with marked routes, checkpoints, chip timing and GPS tracking.
October 2026
Eight hour trail challenge at Tentsmuir Forest on 24 Oct 2026 where runners complete as many 4.366 mile laps as possible with wristband lap tracking.
A 14.6 km hill race with 966 m of ascent through Ochils Woodland Park, visiting Andrew Gannel Hill, Ben Cleuch, Ben Ever and The Nebit, with registration at Alva Scout Hall and prizes for top finishers and age categories.
A Halloween themed 10 km trail race in Auchterarder on 31 October 2026 with a chilli pepper shaped route through the Ochil Hills; the event is full with a waiting list.
Trail half marathon around Dalmeny Estate and Cammo Nature Reserve with wooded trails, riverside paths, under 1000 ft total ascent, chip timing and a finisher medal.
November 2026
A mixed terrain trail festival at Tentsmuir Forest near Tayport offering a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, junior 5 km and a 1.2 km family fun run with marshalled, signposted routes and charitable proceeds for the Tayport Community Trust.