The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail

Location and Route

The event takes place at the University of Stirling in Scotland, starting from Airthrey Castle. Runners go out through Hermitage Wood and Black Hill on undulating open trails, with the Ochil Hills as a distant viewpoint. The longer distances include climbs and fell trails within the Ochil Hills.

The event works with local partners, including the University, Mountain Rescue, and the Future Forest Charity. Due to likely high temperatures, dogs are not allowed.

Distances

The event offers five trail running distances:

• Ultra: 50 km with +1914 m of elevation
• Marathon: 42 km with +1352 m of elevation
• Half Marathon: 27 km with +987 m of elevation
• Middle: 10 km with +345 m of elevation
• Short: 5 km with +161 m of elevation

Event Features

Parking is free. The course is fully marked and timed, with online results and event photography. Aid stations, called outposts, offer sweet and savoury snacks, gels, and electrolyte drinks. There will be no pre-filled water cups; runners must bring a reusable cup or bottle for self-serve water barrels. A bag drop area is available.

All finishers receive a metal medal and a non-alcoholic drink. Food and drink are available for purchase.

Entry Information

Online entry closes on Tuesday, 4 August 2026 at 11:00. On-the-day entries are available if the event is not sold out. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult. A 20% discount is offered for entering any three races from any Maverick series or three entries into this event. Transfers to another event are possible once, up to the Monday before the event.

Runner Requirements

The organizer strongly recommends that all runners carry at least one litre of water, a raincoat, a foil blanket, and a mobile phone. For the Ultra and Marathon routes, carrying these items is mandatory. The mandatory kit list includes a waterproof jacket, a mobile phone, 800 calories of food, a minimum of one litre of water, a self-adhesive elastic bandage, a whistle, a foil blanket, a hat or buff, a reusable cup, and a GPX file of the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.