Plymouth
Trail Running Calendar near Plymouth 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Plymouth for 2026-2027! We've gathered 50 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A guided, slow-paced run around Burrator Reservoir of about 11 to 12 miles across paths, trails and open moorland, gaining over 2000 ft and offering reservoir views, photo opportunities and notes on local Dartmoor history.
A supported 100 mile self navigation event in Cornwall on 26 and 27 September 2026 with 18,000 ft ascent, ferry crossings and seven checkpoints.
Trail running in Dartmoor National Park on 27 September 2026 with 20 miles or 14 miles routes across tors and moorland, chip timed and fully supported.
A charity 10K around Plymouth Harbour supporting Devon Mind, starting at Mount Batten and finishing on Commercial Wharf with a commemorative medal for finishers.
October 2026
A 10 mile multi terrain race and a 1 mile fun run at Stover School and Stover Country Park, with limited entries, medals for finishers and on site facilities.
Lap-based trail event on the Wray Valley Trail from Mill Marsh Park offering distances from 5 km to ultramarathon and medal or no-medal entry options.
An evening guided run in Yelverton on 07 Oct 2026, about 6 miles on paths and trails via the tramway and the Dartmoor Way; head torches required.
Five-mile mixed terrain race around Restormel Castle and Lostwithiel, mostly trail with over 1000 ft of ascent, starting and finishing at the Duchy of Cornwall Nursery.
Trail races around Roadford Lake organised by Sportiva Events. Distances include 10K and half marathon with canicross options. Entries include chip timing, feed station, medal, refreshments and category prizes.
November 2026
A marathon around East Cornwalls countryside starting and finishing in Pensilva, chip timed with a 6.5 hour cut off and limited entries.
Three trail distances between Kingswear, Totnes and Dartmouth on waymarked coastal and riverside paths, with aid stations, mandatory navigation kit, and a bespoke finisher medal and cupcake.
Guided social trail run of about 10 km in Tavistock with post-run coffee and flapjack included and limited to 25 places.
Night races at Burrator Reservoir featuring a 12 mile trail, a flat 10k road run, and 1K/2K kids races.
A ten mile cross-country race from Castle Drogo over hilly, muddy terrain with 535 m climb, water stations and awards; half of entry fees support the National Trust.
A 13.1 miles point to point charity half marathon on 15 November 2026 from Yelverton to Commercial Wharf raising funds for Devon Mind.
A guided 10 mile run around Fernworthy Forest in Devon with tors, standing stones, clapper bridges and stone circles, plus parking and basic facilities.