Knockmealdown Uphill
Dungarvan, Ireland • 13 May 2026
Knockmealdown Uphill
The Knockmealdown Uphill is a mountain running event located in County Waterford. This uphill-only race is part of the Munster Uphill League and features a single distance for participants. The route consists of easy terrain with limited course marking, where only the major junctions are marked by the organizers.
The race specifications include:
- 4.50 km route with a total climb of 536 meters
Participants are required to adhere to Level B mandatory kit regulations. All runners must bring a waterproof jacket, a hat or buff, gloves, a whistle, and a charged mobile phone with the emergency number stored. Additionally, a foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent safety item is required. Organizers may perform random checks to ensure all items are present, and the final kit requirements for the run are confirmed on the day of the event based on weather conditions.
Entry for the event is limited to 250 participants. Registration costs vary for seniors, runners over 65, and those under 18. Because this is a mountain race, the use of GPS devices for navigation is not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.