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Highland Fling Race

Name: Highland Fling Race
Start: 2025-09-20
End: 2025-09-20
Location: Beith

Beith, United Kingdom • 20 Sep 2025

The Highland Fling Race is a 53-mile (85 km) ultra trail marathon held annually in Scotland, traversing the southern section of the iconic West Highland Way through Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. The point-to-point course runs from Milngavie near Glasgow to the village of Tyndrum, featuring 2,300 meters of ascent and 2,100 meters of descent over predominantly trail terrain (90%) with some road sections (10%). The route is fully waymarked, requiring no navigation skills. The event offers chip timing, drop bag support, luggage transport, and post-race amenities including showers, food, massages, and an afterparty. It promotes inclusivity with gender-balanced entries and supports local charity Improving Lives. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Beith

Race information

Website Registration

UTMB 100K

85 km

2300 m+

53 Miles (85 Km)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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