Powerscourt Ridge

Powerscourt Ridge : event overview

Powerscourt Ridge is scheduled for Saturday 1st November 2025 in County Wicklow. Distances offered are:

• 15.30 km
• 7.60 km

The long course has 860 m of climb. The event difficulty is rated 9 (3,3,3) for difficult terrain, more than 500 m ascent, and over 10 km. The route is not waymarked and GPS is allowed. Entry is limited to 220 runners. Entry opens Monday 27th October 2025 and closes Friday 31st October 2025. Entry fees are €7 for seniors and €5 for over 65s and under 18s.

Course, safety and logistics

The long course starts from Crone Woods, goes up over Maulin peak, down to the Dargle river, then up Djouce and returns along the Wicklow Way to the finish. The first part of the course as far as Maulin will be marked; this year the approach to Maulin is from the west, the same course used in 2023. Mandatory kit is Level B and includes a waterproof jacket, hat or buff, gloves, whistle, charged mobile phone with emergency number stored, and a foil blanket or bivvy bag. The exact kit to carry may be finalised on the day. Parking at Crone Woods is limited; organisers note carpooling of three to four people per car where possible. Prizegiving will take place at the registration area. Non-running volunteers must complete two non-running roles in a calendar year to qualify for the end-of-year prize. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.