Craig Dunain Hill Race
Inverness, United Kingdom • 14 Mar 2026
Event Overview
The Craig Dunain Hill Race is a hill running event. In 2026, it will host the North District Hill Running Championships. A new race route will be introduced for this year, described as shorter but with comparable hilliness.
Course Information
The main senior race covers a distance of 7 km with 400 m of climb. The course is marked and runs mainly on good tracks. The start point is near a roundabout on Forester's Way, approximately 500 meters from the main car park and registration area. Runners must be prepared to carry full waterproof body cover, a hat, gloves, a whistle, a compass, and a map. Race maps are available for download from the organizer's website.
Race Day Details
Registration takes place at the Leachkin Guides Hall. The senior race briefing is at 13:50, with the start at 14:00. Post-race refreshments are available at the hall, and participants are asked to bring their own mug. Prize giving is scheduled for approximately 15:30 to 16:00. Prizes are awarded in open and North District categories for individuals, teams, and various veteran age groups (V40, V50, V60). Toilets are available at the hall, but there are no changing facilities.
Junior Race
A separate junior race is held for age categories U12, U14, and U16, with open and female categories in each. Distances are approximately 2.5 km for U12 and 4 km for U14/U16. The junior race starts at the same location as the senior race at 14:05. The route is marked and marshalled.
Location and Parking
The event is based at Great Glen House on Leachkin Road (IV3 8NW), which serves as the car park. Registration is at the nearby Leachkin Guides Hall, around 200 meters back down the road from the car park.
Entry Information
Online entries are required. Entry fees vary: £8.00 for Scottish Athletics senior members, £10.00 for non-member seniors, and £2.00 for all juniors (member and non-member). Entries close on Thursday, 12th March 2026 at 23:00. The event is organized by Highland Hill Runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.