Whiting Bay Forest Trail Race - Arran

Whiting Bay Forest Trail Race - Arran

The Whiting Bay Forest Trail Race is a five mile trail race on the Isle of Arran held on 7 June 2026. The course gains over six hundred feet and uses forestry trails behind Whiting Bay village.

The route climbs from Whiting Bay toward Glen Ashdale Falls, crosses the Ashdale Burn above the falls, then follows forest tracks to a Forestry road that runs northward for about two miles above and behind Whiting Bay. The course then descends via a footpath to Hawthorne Farm, contours south along a farm track, passes through a wicket gate and field, crosses a footbridge through the Fairy Glen, and follows a footpath to the Golf Club road. The final section contours south before descending to the north bank of the Ashdale Burn and emerging at Montrose Terrace for the finish.

Views of Holy Isle and Ayrshire are possible from the Forestry road, weather permitting. Only around half a mile of the course is on tarmac, so trail shoes with grip are recommended. Whiting Bay has cafes and eating places and a pub about 250 yards from the finish.

Entries open 17 February 2026 and close 5 June 2026. Entrants must be at least 16 years old on race day. Entry limit is 100. The race is a Scottish Athletics licensed trail race and is run in conjunction with the Whiting Bay Improvement Association. Entry fees are £8 for Scottish Athletics members and £10 for non members. Intending day trippers should confirm ferry and bus times with the relevant operators. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.