Glen Lyon Trail Race

Glen Lyon Trail Race

Glen Lyon Trail Race is held in the remote Glen Lyon in the Perthshire hills on 7 June 2026. The event is a 100% off road loop of Loch Lyon covering 15.5 miles with roughly 1,500 ft of ascent. The route includes around six river crossings that will wet participants' feet, a steep climb shortly after the start, then an undulating course for most of the distance, finishing at Glen Lyon Dam.

There is a water station at about 8 miles. Camping is available at Glen Lyon Dam on the Saturday night before the race where runners' toilets are provided. Access to the start uses single-track roads and drivers may encounter new-born lambs; arrival is managed by marshals and parking is on a working estate where estate staff and Scottish Hydro require access at all times. Open fires are not allowed when camping.

Entry has no specific qualification requirements; entrants should be confident of running over 15 miles with some elevation. The entry fee includes a race memento and a goody bag; a technical race t-shirt is offered as an optional extra.

Runners must carry mandatory kit during the event. Typical mandatory items listed are a foil blanket, water container, food, a working mobile phone with race control number entered, a small first aid kit and a race vest to hold equipment. Recommended items include waterproofs, warm layers, hat, gloves and a folding cup. Race rules require compliance with marshals, medical teams and the Race Director, and prohibit place transfers, muling, walking poles, dogs and littering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.