Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027

With 127 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2026-2027 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 Creag Dhubh Hill Race will take place in Newtonmore on Saturday 1 August 2026. You can run 5 miles.

A one lap trail race around Templeton Woods on 2 August 2026 covering about 5.5 miles. The event is open to runners aged 18 and over and features marked routes, first aid, refreshments and age and team prizes.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

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A 215 miles coast to coast ultramarathon along the Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, with 12 checkpoints, a 100 hour cut off and strict qualifying and mandatory kit requirements. Entry is by application only.

A trail running event at the University of Stirling with five route choices from 5 km to 50 km. Routes use forest, fell and open trails around the Ochil Hills and include outposts with snacks and self-serve water.

The Scurry Around Devilla Forest Trail Running Festival will take place in Kincardine on Sunday 9 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

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..

Tackle the rugged Ochil 2000s in Stirling on 22 August 2026, a classic fell run across Central Scotland offering about 20 miles and 5400 feet of climbing. Expect spectacular views and testing terrain for experienced runners.

Chase summer evenings in Edinburgh with the Sundowner 5K Series, a relaxed yet competitive run across three scenic city parks. Enjoy chip timed racing, lively warm ups and post race photos as you test your speed over 5K or the full series.

A small island half marathon on 29 August 2026 with a scenic, gently undulating route between Berneray and Lochmaddy, sea views for almost the entire course, and entries handled through SiEntries.

A 53 mile point to point trail ultramarathon on the southern West Highland Way from Milngavie to Tyndrum, with live chip timing, extensive finish facilities and specific entry and kit requirements for runners aged 20 and over.

September 2026

A 35 miles island circuit around Tiree that runs along beaches, tracks and dunes. Individual runners and two person relay teams follow checkpoints with on-course support and a 10 hour cut off.

A 40 mile annual ultra-marathon along the River Ayr Way, held in September as part of the Scottish Ultra Marathon series. The route follows a 44 mile source to sea path with waymarking, route maps, and a temporary diversion at Wellflat Bank..

Salomon Skyline Scotland returns 20 September 2025 to Nevis Range with mountain and trail races from 10 to 100 km. Enjoy epic skyrunning routes, live tracking, big screen commentary and a festival vibe for runners and spectators.

The Skyline Scotland will take place in Fort William from Friday 18 September 2026 to Saturday 19 September 2026.

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A mountain trail race across the full Mamores ridge, the Steall Ultra covers about 47 km with 3,100 m ascent, linking five Munros from Kinlochleven to the Nevis Range. The route is waymarked, includes a Glen Nevis aid station and live GPS t..

Trail races at Dalkeith Country Park in September 2026 cover distances from a family 1 mile to a 32.5 mile ultra. Courses use woodland and estate paths, live chip timing is provided, canicross is allowed and on site parking is available.

October 2026

Run 57 miles point to point from Glasgow Riverside Museum to Edinburgh Athletics Track, passing the Falkirk Wheel and the Antonine Wall. Live GPS tracking and just 750 spots make this an iconic long distance challenge.

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Explore historic Stirling at the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 October 2026, with mixed terrain routes past Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument. Distances suit all runners from a fun mile to 50 km and 70 km ultras with relay t..

Take on the Bennachie Ultra Marathon, a scenic yet demanding 50k across Bennachie peaks with over 5000 ft of climb on trails and moorland. Limited pre entry places make this October classic a must for experienced trail runners.