Skye Trail Ultra

Skye Trail Ultra

Skye Trail Ultra is an application only ultramarathon across the Isle of Skye. The route covers approximately 79 miles with about 3780 m of ascent and is run along the unmarked Skye Trail. Entry is limited to 100 places and all applications are vetted.

The event uses seven staffed checkpoints along the route. Runners are self sufficient between checkpoints; each checkpoint supplies water, snacks and, at some village halls, hot food. There is an overall cut off of 27 hours and failure to reach checkpoints within local cut offs may result in withdrawal from the race.

Participants must be at least 20 years old and able to self navigate using map and compass. Pacers are not permitted. Support crews are allowed at specified checkpoints but are subject to local parking and access rules and must follow event instructions.

Mandatory kit must be carried at all times. Key required items include a hardcopy Skye Trail map, waterproof coat and trousers, compass, minimum 1 litre water, fully charged mobile phone, survival or bivvy bag, a headtorch plus a backup light, emergency food rations (min 500 calories) and the GPS tracker provided by the organiser. Dropbag facilities are provided at a mid race checkpoint and at the finish with specified size limits.

Start and finish venues are on the Isle of Skye, with the route subject to diversions for safety or landowner requests. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.