Scotland
Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Scotland for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 168 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Scotland below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
Three evening 5K races around Leith Links, Fettes and Inverleith Park in Edinburgh with chip timing, medals and category prizes; single and series entry options available.
A community 5 mile off-road run along canal tow-paths and a loop of Possil Marsh, organised by Springburn Harriers. Entry limited to 200, fee £10, registration at the Leisuredrome; results published within 24 hours.
Guided 10 km trail run to Doughnot Hill and Lang Crags near Dumbarton with mixed terrain, mandatory head torch and trail shoes, social run not a race.
Weekend running festival in Kirkcaldy with a half marathon, 5k and 10k trail races plus a child-friendly superhero fun run.
A point to point 53 mile trail ultramarathon along the West Highland Way through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park on 29 August 2026, waymarked with checkpoints.
Two-day running festival at Kinloss Barracks in Scotland featuring races from 1K to a half marathon plus a Back Yard Ultra loop; proceeds support military charities.
A 43 km, four-stage hill relay around Glen Lednock starting and finishing in Comrie with 1,733 m of ascent and one electronic dibber per team.
An inflatable obstacle event in Glasgow on 29 August 2026 offering 2.5k to 15k distances, music zones, inflatables and a finisher's medal.
A three day outdoor endurance festival in Banchory featuring a four stage gravel race, runs from 5 km to marathon and a Charity Night Hike to Scolty Tower.
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.
Aberfoyle Trail Run 2026 includes a scenic 10k on mixed trails and a flat 1k for primary school children, both fully marked and electronically timed. Proceeds support Aberfoyle Primary School and local community groups.
Circular LDWA challenge walks of 30 and 50 mile around Moray, using woodland, coastal paths and the Heldon Hill ridge, with maps, GPX files and timed checkpoints.
Inflatable Insanity at Floors Castle on 29 and 30 August 2026 features giant inflatable obstacle courses with 2.5 km and 5 km options and free spectator access.
A licensed beach race in Portobello on 30 August 2026, roughly 4 miles on sand at low tide with proceeds supporting local school and community causes.
Three community-run events near Knockando on 30 August 2026: a trail half marathon, a 10K and a 1-mile kids run. The course is exposed, with water and marshals, and refreshments and prize giving at Margach Hall.
September 2026
Hill race at Craibstone Golf Course, Aberdeen on 1 September 2026; 5.72 km with about 150 m climb, entry £2 and a 99-runner limit.
Inflatable 5K in Edinburgh on 5 September 2026 features giant inflatable obstacles, music zones and distances from 2.5 km to 15 km, with family and group ticket options.
A 12 or 24 hour trail race on a four mile forest loop near Loch Morlich with on‑course water stops, crew rules and mandatory kit requirements.
An eight hour trail loop challenge on 4.366 mile laps around Borders Forest Park, using electronic wristbands to record laps; registration for this edition is closed.
Mountain race from New Town Park, Fort William to the summit of Ben Nevis and back on Saturday 5 September 2026 with a 600 runner limit.