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Queen Maeve's

Sligo, Ireland • 9 Aug 2025

Queen Maeve's is a mountain running event held at Knocknarea in County Sligo, Ireland. The race covers a distance of 7 kilometers with a total climb of 370 meters, featuring an easy difficulty level on fully marked routes. The course includes two climbs of Knocknarea, starting from the main tourist carpark and ascending via the normal tourist path before veering to the summit Cairn.

Runners navigate varied terrain including grassy and heathery bowls, stone walls, and a descent through a gulley. A short course option of approximately 4 km is available, primarily for juniors. The event supports the Sligo Leitrim Mountain Rescue Team and emphasizes safety with mandatory kit requirements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Sligo

Race information

Registration
7 km
370 m+
Main Course 7.00 Km
Short Course Option Approximately 4 Km (junior Route)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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