Trail Running calendar near Strathpeffer 2025-2026

Kick off the New Year with the Aonach Mor Uphill at Nevis Range: a lung busting 4 km ascent gaining 610 m above Fort William. Entries are full but racers enjoy post race soup and the option of a warm gondola descent.

Start the year with the Loch Morlich Running Festival on 03 January 2026, where scenic forest trails through Glenmore finish on the beautiful Loch Morlich beach. Family and dog friendly with medals, timed results and baking at the finish.

Join a thrilling club organised night race at Deeside Activity Park on 22 January 2026, an 8.2 km test with 240 m of climbing through fields and woodland. Bring a good headtorch, map and compass and enjoy test kit, prizes and cafe treats af..

Run from sunset into the winter night on compact piste at Glenshee with 6.5 km and 11.5 km course options across a scenic mountain circuit. Night lighting and mini crampons are required for this atmospheric, adventurous race.

Experience the Scottish Highlands at Ultra X Scotland in Inverness on 2 to 3 May 2026, with distances from 12 km to 110 km across single or two stage formats. Enjoy well stocked aid stations, camping options and epic trail scenery.

Explore the dramatic Moray coast on 9 May 2026 with 47 mile and 23 mile trail options taking you past beaches, cliffs and landmarks like Bow Fiddle Rock. Entries are limited to 150 per race with stocked aid stations and drop bag support.

Join the Cateran Trail Ultramarathon, a scenic 55 mile loop on ancient tracks around Spittal of Glenshee. With 2,250 m ascent, a 15 hour limit and UTMB Index, this mainly off road course offers rugged terrain and sweeping Highland views.

Experience the wild Scottish Highlands in the Cape Wrath Ultra, a 400 km multi stage adventure over eight days from Fort William to the Cape Wrath Lighthouse. Held each May, it also offers shorter Cape Wrath 100 and Explorer options.

Take on the Skye Trail Ultra, a rugged 79 mile point to point across the Isle of Skye with 3,780 m of climbing and a 27 hour cut off. Limited to 100 vetted entrants, this self navigation race features checkpoints, dropbags and live tracking..

Join Blair Castle Trail Weekender from 29 to 31 May 2026 at Blair Castle in Blair Atholl for a scenic weekend of trail running, camping and festival fun. Choose races from 7 km to a 58 km ultra and enjoy live music, talks, yoga and workshop..

Run the Glen Lyon Ultra on 6 June 2026, a scenic 31 mile trail around Loch Lyon and Glen Lochay with about 3,500 ft ascent. Mostly off road with river crossings that may leave your feet wet, this rugged course earns 2 UTMB points.

Tackle a scenic 15.5 mile off road loop around Loch Lyon, weaving through remote Perthshire hills and river crossings. With rugged terrain, a friendly atmosphere and limited places, this is a classic trail challenge for adventurous runners.

Cairngorms Ultra Trail invites runners to tackle a scenic 60 km route from Mar Lodge Estate through Caledonian pinewood and remote glens. With 1006 m ascent and UTMB qualifying status, it is a bold Highland challenge.

Join a team relay around the scenic Moray Way covering about 100 mile over 12 legs, with teams of up to 4 runners, a live tracker baton, and some night running. A fun social challenge for clubs, friends or workplaces.

The Moray Way 100 is a stunning 100 mile ultra from Forres that threads coastal cliffs, beaches, forests and Speyside trails. With limited entries and a largely self sufficient format, it delivers an epic Scottish endurance challenge for ex..

Tackle a spectacular 170 mile long distance foot race from Milngavie to Inverness along the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, 02 to 05 July 2026. With only 20 places this epic supported challenge finishes with prize giving in Inverness.

Run the Great Glen Ultra on 4 July 2026, a 72 mile route with about 8,500 ft ascent from Corpach to Inverness along the scenic Great Glen Way. Expect canal towpaths, forest tracks and Loch Ness views plus 4 UTMB points.

Tackle a scenic unsupported solo challenge along the Great Glen Way from Fort Augustus to Inverness: 42 miles with 6,000 ft ascent and stunning Loch Ness views. Fully waymarked route finishes with a lap on the 400 m track at Inverness.

Experience traditional Highland Games with tossing the caber, piping, Highland dancing and fairground fun at Newtonmore on Saturday 1 August 2026. Test yourself on the Creag Dhubh Hill Race a rugged 4½ mile climb with about 1200 feet ascent..

Take on the scenic Speyside Way on 15 August 2026 with 50 km or 100 km ultra options that wind through whisky country to a coastal finish in Buckie. Trails, forestry tracks and a big climb at Ben Aigen make for a memorable and rewarding day..