Trail Running Calendar Scotland 2024-2025

With 92 trail races in Scotland lined up for the 2024-2025 season, there's a race for every level of runner. In Glasgow, take on the challenge of the city's lush parks, where the trails are as welcoming as the locals. Transition to the cobbled streets and ancient edifices of Edinburgh, where running is not just exercise but a communion with history, as you breeze past the iconic silhouette of Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat, the city's very own mountain.

Heading northeast, Aberdeen's coastal trails offer a refreshing run with the North Sea as your companion, or venture into Dundee, where the revitalized waterfront serves as a picturesque starting line for a running experience filled with scenic views and a fresh, maritime air.

Just outside the hustle and bustle, Paisley presents a runner’s paradise with its undulating hills, a test of endurance. Lastly, East Kilbride calls to nature lovers with its tranquil woodland trails, where the peace and quiet of the forest canopy creates an idyllic backdrop for both the casual jogger and the competitive sprinter.

The Epictrails 10km - Castle Semple will take place in Lochwinnoch on Thursday 25 April 2024. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Highland Kings will take place in Glencoe from Friday 26 April 2024 to Tuesday 30 April 2024. You can run between 31 and 121 miles.

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The Highland Fling Race is a 53-mile (85 km) point-to-point trail ultramarathon along the southern part of Scotland's West Highland Way trail. Taking place on Saturday, 27th April 2024, the race features 2300m ascent and 2100m descent, with 90% trail and 10% road terrain. The event provides a drop b..

The Bristow 15 Mile Trail Race takes place on Sunday, April 28, 2024, offering a challenging yet scenic route starting near Balmoral Castle. Runners will enjoy Highland scenery, a climb through Ballochbuie pine forest, and an ascent to the base of Lochnagar. The last 3 miles provide a thrilling desc..

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The Stuc a’ Chroin 5000 Hill Race is set to take place on Saturday, 4th May 2024, in the beautiful Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. This challenging 20k race with a 1500+m ascent covers Ben Each and Stuc a’ Chroin peaks, making it one of the first Category AL races in the calendar. With 176 ..

The Tiree 10k & Half Marathon is an annual event on the Hebridean island of Tiree, known for its perfect beaches, clean air, and relaxed pace of life. The event welcomes all abilities and has grown to be a much-anticipated event on the island calendar, attracting runners from around the world. The r..

The 3 Beaches Half Marathon is a multi-terrain running event held on the Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides. The course starts on machair land behind the Dark Island Hotel, then runners head North towards "Stinky Bay" and Culla Bay before finishing in front of the hotel. Participants can run solo or ..

The Neilston Pad Race will take place in Neilston on Saturday 4 May 2024. You can run 4 miles.

The Ultra X 110 Scotland will take place in Inverness on Saturday 4 May 2024. You can run 110 kilometers.

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The Ultra X 50 Scotland will take place in Fort Augustus from Saturday 4 May 2024 to Sunday 5 May 2024. You can run between 31 and 69 miles.

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The Moray Coastal Trail 50 is a breathtaking trail run that showcases the stunning coastline of Moray, known for its sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, and attractive fishing villages. The race starts in Forres and takes runners through Findhorn, Lossiemouth, Spey Bay, and picturesque fishing villages ..

The Kintyre Way Ultra will take place in Tarbert on Saturday 11 May 2024. You can run 31 miles.

The The Inverleith Sundowner Series will take place in Edinburgh on Wednesday 15 May 2024. You can run 5 kilometers.

The The Forgue Trail Run will take place in Huntly on Saturday 18 May 2024. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Goatfell Race Brodick will take place in Brodick on Saturday 18 May 2024. You can run between 0 and 0 kilometers.

The Cape Wrath Ultra® 2024 is an 8-day trail run covering 400km through the stunning Scottish Highlands, starting in Fort William and finishing at Cape Wrath lighthouse. Participants will experience iconic Scottish landscapes such as Knoydart, Torridon, Fisherfield, and Assynt. Each evening, runners..

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The Badass Trail Race will take place in East Wemyss on Sunday 19 May 2024. You can run 4 miles.

The Gordon Castle 10k will take place in Fochabers on Sunday 19 May 2024. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Isle of Jura Fell Race is a challenging 28km trail run with 7 summits and 2,370m of climbing, taking place on Saturday, 25th May 2024, with a 10:30 am start time. It is considered one of the toughest challenges in British hill racing at this distance and is highly regarded by fell runners. The c..

The Cateran Trail Run is a 55-mile/90-kilometer race with 7450ft/2250m ascent, taking place on Saturday, 25th May 2024. The circular route starts and finishes next to Gulabin Lodge, with 90% off-road terrain including forest tracks, rough tracks, bog, mud, heather, and beautiful scenery. Participant..