Skyrun Eryri / Snowdon Skyrace

Rhyd-Ddu, United Kingdom • 15 Aug 2026

SkyRun Eryri event details

SkyRun Eryri is a series of mountain races organised by APEX Running in Rhyd-Ddu, Eryri (Snowdonia). The event date is 15 August 2026. Four distances are offered, ranging from a short trail route to a long mountain ultra. The races have published cut-off limits and staffed aid points.

Distances and course facts

  • 55 km / 34 Mi
  • 38 km / 24 Mi
  • 27 km / 17 Mi
  • 16 km / 10 Mi

The 55 km 14 Peaks Ultra follows the Welsh 3000s route, lists 3,900m+ elevation gain, has a 16 hour cut-off and 2 aid stations. The 38 km Snowdon SkyRace includes Grade 1 scrambles, lists 3,300m+ elevation gain, a 12 hour cut-off and 3 aid stations. The 27 km Copper SkyTrail is described as technical, rocky trails, lists 2,300m+ elevation gain, an 8 hour cut-off and 1 aid station. The 16 km Fairy Trail uses grassy trails, lists 950m+ elevation gain, a 4 hour cut-off and 1 water point. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

55 km
14 Peaks Ultra
38 km
Snowdon Skyrace
27 km
Copper Skytrail
16 km
Fairy Trail
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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