Rathdrum
Trail Running Calendar near Rathdrum 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Rathdrum for 2026-2027! We've gathered 15 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Mountain running meeting in Belmont Demesne with long (8.2 km), short (4.25 km) and 1 km fun options, mandatory Level B kit and post-race prizegiving and BBQ.
September 2026
Trail Criú's Fauna Trail Running Festival offers 5-mile, 10-mile and half marathon routes through Fauna Forest in Donard with marked courses, aid stations and post-race refreshments.
A 16.4 km unmarked mountain run in Glendalough with 1000 m ascent, four sequential checkpoints, mandatory Level C kit, and route choice between checkpoints.
A charity trail run at Avondale Forest Park on 19 September 2026 covering 10 km, with a €35 entry that includes refreshments and a prizegiving.
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
Women only night trail in County Wicklow on 2 October 2026. The fully marked 7.00 km route follows the Sugarloaf Way, requires a head torch and trail runners, and entry fees will be donated to Bray Women's Refuge.
Second race of the Navigational Challenge league in County Wicklow on 3 October 2026; unmarked course, GPS banned and Level B mandatory kit required.
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.
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 woodlands and farmland in Wicklow, the final race of the Gaelforce 10K Trilogy with age and fee details listed.
IMRA AGM 2026 Race in County Wicklow on 21 November 2026 with route to be confirmed; Level B kit is mandatory, only major junctions are marked and GPS is not allowed.
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
An all-women’s trail event in Laragh, Co. Wicklow on April 17, 2027, offering 56 km and 24 km routes with mixed terrain and supportive on-route facilities.