Scarr

Scarr

Scarr is a mountain running event in County Wicklow that follows a largely waymarked route on upland trails and ridge. The main course distance is 8.60 km with a short course of 5.00 km. Total climb is listed as 400 m and the event difficulty is rated for difficult terrain with 200 m - 500 m ascent and a 6 km - 10 km distance range.

The route starts on a new fire road at the point where the Wicklow Way turns near Gaffney's Lane and rises gradually before a steep, varied climb to the main Scarr ridge. That climb gains about 200 m in 1 km. The course then follows a wall clockwise around Scarr, with some wire on the ground in places, and a marshall directs runners into the final ascent to Scarr summit. The route finishes after a descent along the ridge to the Wicklow Way and past Brusher Gap Hut. Route marking is complete and GPS use is allowed.

Mandatory kit is Level B standard and must be carried or worn as required. Required items include a waterproof jacket, hat or buff, gloves, whistle, charged mobile phone with the emergency number stored, and a foil blanket or bivvy. Failure to carry required items may lead to denial of entry or disqualification.

Practical notes: registration procedures include sign-in, number collection and timing chip registration. The race is part of the Leinster League and includes a junior course as part of the Junior League. The meeting point is near Oldbridge, about 2.5 km south, turning onto the new fire road near Roundwood, Co. Wicklow. Prizegiving takes place at the finish line. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.