Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2024-2025

With 96 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2024-2025 season, there's a race for every level of runner. In Glasgow, take on the challenge of the city's lush parks, where the trails are as welcoming as the locals. Transition to the cobbled streets and ancient edifices of Edinburgh, where running is not just exercise but a communion with history, as you breeze past the iconic silhouette of Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat, the city's very own mountain.

Heading northeast, Aberdeen's coastal trails offer a refreshing run with the North Sea as your companion, or venture into Dundee, where the revitalized waterfront serves as a picturesque starting line for a running experience filled with scenic views and a fresh, maritime air.

Just outside the hustle and bustle, Paisley presents a runner’s paradise with its undulating hills, a test of endurance. Lastly, East Kilbride calls to nature lovers with its tranquil woodland trails, where the peace and quiet of the forest canopy creates an idyllic backdrop for both the casual jogger and the competitive sprinter.

The Cairngorms Ultra is a thrilling ultra trail race set in the stunning Cairngorms National Park, the largest national park in the UK. Scheduled for May 31, 2025, this 60 km race features an ascent of 1006 meters, taking participants through breathtaking Highland scenery, ancient pine forests, and ..

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June 2025

The Ayrshire Coast Sunset Ultra is an exciting ultramarathon event set to take place on June 6, 2025, starting and finishing at Irvine Beach. Participants will run a 50km course along stunning beaches, promenades, and trails, experiencing the unique challenge of running from sunset to sunrise. The e..

The Ultra Scotland 50 is a challenging 56-mile ultramarathon set along the stunning Southern Upland Way, starting from St John's Town of Dalry. Participants will experience breathtaking landscapes, including forests, valleys, and mountains, with a total elevation gain of 2,447 meters. The event acco..

The Glen Lyon Ultra Marathon is a challenging 31-mile foot race set in the breathtaking landscapes of Glen Lyon and Glen Lochay in Perthshire. The course features a loop around Loch Lyon, including approximately six river crossings, and a mix of high and low-level routes through remote areas. Runner..

The Ultra Scotland 100 is a challenging ultramarathon covering 104 miles along the scenic Southern Upland Way, starting from St John's Town of Dalry and finishing in Melrose. Participants will encounter significant elevation changes, with a total ascent of 4,611 meters, and will traverse some of Sco..

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The Glen Lyon Trail Race is a 15.5-mile foot race set in the picturesque Glen Lyon, located in the Perthshire hills. This off-road event features a challenging course that includes approximately six river crossings and a steep initial climb, followed by an undulating trail. Runners can enjoy camping..

Wild Journeys - West Highland Way is a multi-day ultra running challenge organized by Running Adventures, taking place along the iconic West Highland Way in Scotland. Scheduled for June 10-13, 2025, participants will cover approximately 96 miles (154 km) over three days, with significant elevation g..

The Turnhouse Hill Race, organized by the Penicuik Harriers Running Club, is a traditional hill race set in the scenic Pentland Hills Regional Park. Scheduled for June 2025, the event features a senior race covering 5.2 kilometers with a 310-meter ascent, and a junior fun run of approximately 2.2 ki..

The Seven Hills of Edinburgh is an annual running event that has taken place since 1980, typically held in June. This unique race combines road-running, cross-country, hill-running, and urban orienteering, covering a distance of 14.3 miles with an elevation gain of 2200 feet. It welcomes participant..

The West Highland Way Race is a challenging 95-mile ultramarathon that takes place along the scenic West Highland Way in Scotland. Scheduled for June 21-22, 2025, the race begins at Milngavie Railway Station and concludes at the Nevis Centre in Fort William, with a strict 35-hour time limit. Partici..

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Saltire 24, 12, and 6 is an ultra running event taking place from June 21 to June 22, 2025, at Knockburn Sports Loch in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Participants can choose from three race options: a 24-hour, 12-hour, or 6-hour endurance challenge, all set on a scenic 4.2-mile trail. The event promotes ..

The 3 Beaches Half Marathon Hebrides is a multi-terrain running event taking place on the Isle of Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides. Scheduled for June 22, 2025, participants can run solo or in pairs, with a unique "Community Pairs" option allowing random partner selection. The course features scenic ..

The Moray Way 100 is one of Scotland's premier 100-mile ultra trail races, showcasing the stunning landscapes of the Moray Coast, Speyside Way, and Dava Way. Starting and finishing in Forres, participants will experience a diverse route that includes coastal trails, forest paths, and scenic views of..

July 2025

By Way of the Glen is a challenging 170-mile foot race from Glasgow to Inverness, scheduled for July 4-6, 2025. Participants will traverse two of Scotland's iconic long-distance routes: the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way. Runners have 28 hours to complete the first 94 miles of the West Hig..

The Great Glen Ultra Marathon is a challenging 72-mile race set in the breathtaking landscapes of Scotland, running from Fort William to Inverness along the historic Great Glen Way. Participants must complete the course within 22 hours, navigating a mix of canal towpaths, forestry paths, and roads. ..

The Great Glen Ultra Marathon 42 is a challenging 42-mile foot race that takes place along the scenic Great Glen Way, stretching from Fort Augustus to Inverness. Participants will experience breathtaking views of Loch Ness and the surrounding landscapes. The event is designed for solo runners and is..

The Alva Games will take place in Alva on Saturday 12 July 2025.

The Highlander Last One Standing is an endurance running event held at the picturesque Blair Castle Estate in Blair Atholl. Participants must complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. This unique challenge emphasizes stamina over speed, as all competitors sta..

"Scurry to The Sea" is a unique 12-mile running event that takes participants from the scenic Pentland Hills to the sandy shores of Musselburgh beach. The course begins with a challenging hill run to Allermuir, followed by a downhill journey that combines cross-country trails, urban orienteering, an..

August 2025

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 9 August 2025. You can run 221 miles.

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