Great Glen Ultra Marathon 42

Event overview

The Great Glen Ultra (Short Course) is a solo, unsupported footrace along the Great Glen Way between Fort Augustus and Inverness. The course distance is 42 miles with approximately 6,000 ft of ascent. The route is fully waymarked with Great Glen waymarks and arrow signs and follows the Great Glen Way high route with views of Loch Ness and surrounding hills. The race starts at Fort Augustus Village Hall and finishes at Inverness Sports Centre, with a final lap on the 400 m track at the finish.

Practical information

There are three official drop-bag checkpoints on the route: Invermoriston (about 10 miles), Drumnadrochit (about 24.5 miles) and Abrachan (about 32 miles). The event is designed to be self-sufficient; support crews may only meet runners at the designated public car park checkpoints and the finish. Mandatory kit includes a foil survival blanket, a working mobile phone, and a means to carry at least 1 litre of water; spot checks may be carried out. Runners register at Inverness Sport Centre and are transported to the start by race bus. Entry fees are listed at £70/£72 and the event capacity is 150 places. The organiser’s refund policy includes a 30-day cooling-off period with a £15 administration fee, a 50% refund up to 12 weeks before race day, and no refunds within 12 weeks; there are no deferrals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.