Scotland
Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Scotland for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 162 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Scotland below and join the trail community at these great events!
March 2027
A 50 km ultra along the John Muir Way through East Lothian coast, towns and trails, starting at Port Seton Promenade and finishing at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar.
Trail running at Culzean Castle in Maybole with 5km, 10km and half marathon options, canicross allowed and live chip timing.
33 miles along the Deeside Way from Duthie Park in Aberdeen to Banchory and back, with on-site registration on 13 March 2027.
Muddy, hilly trail run at Murrayshall Country Estate on 14 March 2027 offering 5 km and 10 km loop options with chip timing and on-site facilities.
A mixed terrain run starting in Dunvegan Castle grounds with 10k, 5k, walking 5k and a 2k fun run through estate woodlands.
Backyard Ultra at Dalkeith Country Park with repeated 6.7056 km loops on the hour until one runner completes the final solo loop to become Last One Standing.
Final race of the FoxTrail series at Foxlake near Dunbar featuring off road 5 km and 16 km routes across woodland, farmland, the John Muir Way and Belhaven Beach.
Obstacle course at Fit Body Farm on 21 March 2027 with 5 km and 10 km options, around 50 obstacles, team and individual prizes, family friendly.
April 2027
46 mile mountain race from Caldons near Glentrool across the Minnigaff Hills, Rhinns of Kells and the Awful Hand for solo runners or teams of 2 to 4.
A circular 20 mile mountain race in the Galloway hills with 1850 m ascent, marshalled support, mandatory navigation kit, and proceeds to Galloway Mountain Rescue.
Trail races at Scone Palace in Perth with 5km, 10km and a new half marathon, canicross friendly, live chip timing and on site parking.
Two day, 60 mile off road ultramarathon on the Isle of Arran featuring mixed terrain, full waymarking, pit stops, sweepers and professional medical cover.
Backyard Ultra at Beecraigs Country Park on 24 April 2027: repeat a 4.167-mile loop hourly until one runner completes a solo lap; camping and basic facilities provided.
A 24 hour looped running challenge at Dalkeith Park where runners complete a 6.7 km lap every hour and choose how many laps to attempt.
Enjoy a competitive 5k trail run or a scenic lochside walk at The Haining in Selkirk to support Interest Link Borders.
A hybrid fitness race at Pollok Country Park combining trail running and functional fitness stations, with solo or pairs entries and 5 km and 10 km ruck options.
A lakeside 10K from Monachyle Mhor Hotel in Balquhidder with trail sections, chip timing, three water stops and a 1K fun run; 10K entry £28.
A 125 km coastal mountain ultra on Scotland’s Knoydart Peninsula, run over three stages with tented base camp in Inverie and staffed checkpoints about every 10 km.