Aug
09
Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon
Ballycastle, United Kingdom
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The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon is a rugged, self-navigated point-to-point trail race held on 9 August 2025 in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, covering approximately 43.2 km of remote mountain and forest terrain. Organized by We Run Wild NI, the event takes runners from Ballycastle Forest through Slieveanorra and over Trostan—the highest point in Antrim—before descending through Glenariffe Forest to the finish in Waterfoot. The course is unmarked, with participants navigating by GPX file and carrying mandatory safety gear, including water and food for long stretches without aid. With a strict 8-hour cut-off and a single water refill point, the race demands self-sufficiency, fitness, and experience on technical trails.
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The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon is a 43.2 km self-navigated mountain and forest race in County Antrim, taking runners from Ballycastle Forest over Trostan and through Glenariffe to finish at Waterfoot. With a single water refill, and no course markings, it challenges participants to be fully self-sufficient on remote, rugged trails.
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What is the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
How long is the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
Where does the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon is a 43.2 km self-navigated mountain and forest race in County Antrim, taking runners from Ballycastle Forest over Trostan and through Glenariffe to finish at Waterfoot. With a single water refill, and no course markings, it challenges participants to be fully self-sufficient on remote, rugged trails.
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon is 43km long.
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon takes place in Ballycastle, Antrim, UK.
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon elevation gain is 957 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon is a 43.2 km self-navigated mountain and forest race in County Antrim, taking runners from Ballycastle Forest over Trostan and through Glenariffe to finish at Waterfoot. With a single water refill, and no course markings, it challenges participants to be fully self-sufficient on remote, rugged trails.
How long is the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon is 43km long.
Where does the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon take place?
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon takes place in Ballycastle, Antrim, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
The Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon elevation gain is 957 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballycastle to Waterfoot Trail Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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