Donard Demesne East
Trail Running Calendar near Donard Demesne East 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Donard Demesne East for 2026-2027! We've gathered 18 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Two uphill mountain races in Barravore, Wicklow: a long 6.2 km (755 m climb) and a short 4 km (490 m climb); capped at 50 entries.
A marked mountain half marathon in Tinahely, County Wicklow with about 21.7 km and 1,080 m of ascent. Part of the Leinster Half Marathon League, it awards 1 ITRA point and includes mandatory Level B kit requirements.
An 8 km mountain fundraiser at Lough Tay with a 5 km short course, fully marked routes, Level B mandatory kit, and entry fees of €7/€5.
September 2026
A community led trail running festival in Fauna Forest, Donard offering 5 mile, 10 mile and half marathon routes with marked courses, aid stations and post race refreshments.
A 16.4 km mountain circuit in Wicklow with about 1000 m ascent, unmarked route and GPS allowed. Level C mandatory kit is required and the event forms part of the Leinster Championship.
Solo mountain running across three relay legs in County Wicklow, covering 49.0 km and 2,170 m ascent. The unmarked route forbids GPS and requires Level C mandatory kit with checkpoints and cutoffs in place.
October 2026
Test your navigation skills in County Wicklow at the second race of the annual Nav Challenge league. Navigate an unmarked course through the Irish mountains using traditional methods without GPS assistance.
A night mountain running event in County Wicklow with fully marked long and short courses, mandatory Level B kit including a headtorch, technical terrain and variable weather. Parking and prizegiving take place at Lough Tay / Lough Dan carpark.
Nav Challenge 3 is the fourth race of the Navigational Challenge league in County Wicklow on 11 October 2026. The route is unmarked, GPS is not allowed, and participants must carry mandatory Level B kit.
A marked night trail in Glendalough with a 10 km loop and an about 4.8 to 5.0 km short option, including 490 m ascent and sections of the Wicklow Way and St Kevin's Way. Level B mandatory kit and a suitable torch are required.
November 2026
A 10 km trail run through Clara Vale's ancient woodland, open farmland and riverside paths, marking the final race of the Gaelforce 10K Trilogy.
December 2026
A remembrance hill race from Pier Gates near Lough Tay on 27 December 2026, offering an 8.5 km main course, a 4.9 km short route and a junior option. Route is fully marked, GPS allowed and basic kit is mandatory.
April 2027
Women only trail ultra in Laragh, Co. Wicklow offering 56 km and 24 km routes on St. Kevins Way with toilets supplying period products and no cut off times.