Glen Lyon Ultra Marathon

Loch Lyon, United Kingdom • 7 Jun 2025

The Glen Lyon Ultra Marathon is a challenging 31-mile foot race set in the remote and scenic Perthshire hills of Glen Lyon and Glen Lochay, Scotland. The course features a loop around Loch Lyon with approximately six river crossings, ensuring wet feet early on, followed by a climb into Glen Lochay with a mix of high and low-level routes before returning to finish in Glen Lyon. About 85% of the route is off-road, with some tarmac sections, and includes 3,500 feet of elevation gain. Water stations are positioned along the course, and runners must carry mandatory kit for safety. The event offers a technical race t-shirt, goody bag, and race memento, with camping available nearby. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K
31 mi
31 Miles
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