Crotty's Lake

Crotty's Lake

Crotty's Lake is a mountain running event on the Comeragh Mountain, County Waterford, scheduled for Saturday 25 July 2026. The main course covers approximately 8.00 km with a reported climb of 410 m. A short course / junior route is listed at 5.00 km.

• 8.00 km main course
• 5.00 km short / junior course

The event is rated for difficult terrain and falls into the category for 200–500 m ascent and 6–10 km distance. Only major junctions will be marked and GPS devices are not permitted. A route map is provided for reference but its recorded distance may not be exact.

Mandatory kit is Level A: a showerproof, windproof jacket must be carried or worn for the duration of the race. The final kit list may be confirmed on the day and will be advised at registration. Random kit checks may be carried out; failure to have required items can result in denied entry or disqualification.

Entries open 20 July 2026 at 21:00 and close 24 July 2026 at 18:00. Entry fees are €7 for seniors and €5 for over 65s and under 18s. Entry is limited to 250 competitors.

The event takes place on private land with landowner permission. There is ample car parking at €2 per car. There will be no early starts. The loop around Crotty's Lake is technical and can be slippy even on dry days; trail footwear with good grip is advised. Headphones are not permitted in IMRA races. Race numbers should be worn on the front of the chest. Prizegiving will take place at the finish area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.