Dunoon Ultra Marathon

Dunoon Ultra Marathon and Relay - Dunoon, Scotland

Date: 22 August 2026. This event marks the tenth anniversary of the Dunoon Ultra Marathon and takes place around Loch Eck in Argyll.

The main solo route is the Loch Eck Loop, a trail distance of 52.22 km with approximately 983 m of elevation. The route passes both the east and west shores of Loch Eck and includes views toward Holy Loch and the Firth of Clyde. Terrain includes rolling hills, long climbs, fast descents and some short road sections. A GPX file of the route is available via the event map; the course is subject to minor alterations.

Distances and relay legs:

• Solo Ultra: 52.22 km, 983 m elevation
• Relay Leg 1: 20.16 km, 634 m elevation
• Relay Leg 2: 16.13 km, 189 m elevation
• Relay Leg 3: 16.7 km, 288 m elevation

There are two checkpoints with refreshments and dropbag access. The cut-off is at Checkpoint 2 at 15:30hrs (6 hours 30 minutes from race start). The route is fully signposted and marshals are present along the course. Age requirement is 20 or older for the solo ultra and 18 or older for relay entrants. Compulsory safety kit is required; details are provided before race day.

Finish line is at Dunoon Pier. Limited parking is available near the start and free bus transport is provided from Dunoon Pier. Finisher items may include a race t-shirt (available until entries close on 4 July), medal, custom buff, refreshments and a complimentary post-race massage.

Race entry terms include a 30 day cooling off period with a £15 administration fee, partial refunds up to 12 weeks before the event, no deferrals, no transfers, and requirements to provide ID at registration. Runners must follow marshal and medical team instructions. Race Director decisions are final. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.