The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail

The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail 2026

The event takes place on Saturday 8 August 2026 at Airthrey Castle, University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland. Routes start from the university and run out through Hermitage Wood and Black Hill, across undulating open trails with the Ochil Hills visible as a distant viewpoint.

Distance options are:

• 50 km, elevation gain +1914 m
• 42 km, elevation gain +1352 m
• 27 km, elevation gain +987 m
• 10 km, elevation gain +345 m
• 5 km, elevation gain +161 m

Longer routes include climbs and fell trails as they enter the Ochil Hills. Outposts will offer a range of sweet and savoury snacks, gels and electrolyte drinks; there will not be pre-filled water cups. Participants are asked to bring a reusable cup or bottle; reusable speed cups will be available to purchase.

Dogs are not allowed at the event due to likely high temperatures. Cut-off points and times apply to the Ultra and Marathon routes for safety; detailed cut-off information will be published shortly. Transfers out of an entry are permitted once and the last day to transfer is the Monday before the event. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult.

Runners are strongly recommended to carry at least 1 litre of water and a mobile phone. Mandatory items for Ultra and Marathon include a waterproof jacket, mobile phone, 800 calories of food, minimum 1 litre of water, self adhesive bandage, whistle, foil blanket, hat or buff, a reusable cup, and a GPX of the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.