Balloch
Trail Running Calendar near Balloch 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Balloch for 2026-2027! We've gathered 34 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A trail running festival in Aberfoyle on 10 October 2026 that marks its third edition, featuring the returning half marathon and a 63 km ultra across multiple race options.
November 2026
Inaugural Kilpatrick Hills half marathon on 14 November 2026 featuring single-track trails and forestry roads, limited to 50 places and listed as closed.
A single 5 km race at Linn Park on 15 November 2026, part of the South By Five series across six parks. Entry is free with a required minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund.
A single-entry 5 km race at Rouken Glen on 29 November 2026, part of the South By Five six-park series. Entry is free but places are limited and a mandatory donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund applies.
December 2026
Festive 5k at Chatelherault Country Park on 6 December 2026 with a Santa costume and medal included; open to ages five and up, family tickets available.
A 5 km community race at Pollok Park on 13 December 2026 that is part of the South By Five six-park series. Entry is free with a required donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and completing five of six races completes the series.
January 2027
A single 5 km race at Bellahouston Park on 3 January 2027, part of the South By Five series visiting six parks. Entry is free but requires a minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and places are limited to 65.
A single-entry 5 km park race at Queens Park on 17 January 2027, part of the South By Five series that visits six parks over 12 weeks. Entry is free with a required minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund and places are limited.
February 2027
A roughly 21 mile loop around the Ardgartan Peninsula near Arrochar with about 90% off road terrain, forestry trails and an open hill section. Two safety water stations are at 7 miles and 13 miles and mandatory seasonal kit is required.
April 2027
A scenic 10K from Monachyle Mhor tracing Loch Doine into Monachyle Glen, with chip timing, three water stops, medals and a separate 1K fun run.
June 2027
A 5k obstacle course around Strathclyde Loch at Strathclyde Country Park with staggered wave starts, fundraising support and a finish by Sandy Beach car park.
A historic 96-mile ultra along the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Fort William, limited to 300 runners with entries opening 1st October.