Irish Race Guides
Expert guides to running events, trail races and endurance challenges across Ireland — by province, county and distance.
Trail Running by Province
Ireland's four provinces each offer a distinct trail running character — from the wild Atlantic coasts of Connacht to the Mourne Mountains of Ulster.
Best Trail Races in Connacht
Connacht's wild landscape — the Twelve Bens, Croagh Patrick, and the Ox Mountains — makes it home to some of Ireland's most spectacular trail running. Counties Galway, Mayo, Sligo, Roscommon and Leitrim offer everything from short fell races to multi-day mountain epics.
Best Trail Races in Munster
Munster is Ireland's trail running heartland. From the Macgillycuddy's Reeks in Kerry — home to Carrauntoohil, Ireland's highest peak — to the Galtee Mountains in Tipperary, and the rugged Beara Peninsula in Cork, the south-west offers world-class off-road racing.
Best Trail Races in Leinster
The Wicklow Mountains are Leinster's trail running jewel — just an hour from Dublin city centre yet wild and remote. Races like the Wicklow Way Ultra, Three Rock Mountain Race and various IMRA events draw thousands of runners year-round.
Best Trail Races in Ulster
Ulster's trail running scene is anchored by the Mourne Mountains in Co. Down — one of Ireland's most revered mountain ranges for racing. The Sperrins, Donegal Highlands and Antrim Coast also provide stunning backdrops for off-road events across the nine counties.
Races by County
Browse all running events in your county — updated daily with the latest races.
Races by Distance & Type
Find your ideal race distance — from beginner-friendly 5Ks to full ultramarathons.