Connacht
Best Trail Races in Connacht
Connacht is Ireland's most rugged province, and its trail running reflects that character. Races here traverse blanket bog, mountain ridges and wild Atlantic coastline in a way that's hard to match anywhere else on the island.
Highlights
- →Western Way Trail Run (Co. Galway/Mayo) — a stunning point-to-point through Connacht's bogland and mountain terrain
- →Croagh Patrick races in Co. Mayo offer steep ascents with panoramic Atlantic views
- →Killary Fjord area events mix coastal and mountain running
- →Sligo's Ox Mountains provide challenging but accessible trail running for all abilities
Insider Tips
Most Connacht trail races take place between April and October. Expect Atlantic weather — waterproof layers are essential even in summer. Entry fields are smaller than eastern races, giving a more intimate experience.
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Trail Runs in Connacht
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