Creag Dhubh Hill Race
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Creag Dhubh Hill Race
The Creag Dhubh Hill Race is the hill running event included in the Newtonmore Highland Games, which take place on the first Saturday of August. The course leaves the games arena, climbs Creag Dhubh and returns to the arena, with river crossings including the River Spey and upland terrain along the route.
The length of the course is approximately 4½ miles with a vertical ascent of about 1200 feet. The course mixes sustained climbs and descending sections across open Highland ground. Recorded course times are 26 minutes 49 seconds for men (2019) and 32 minutes 21 seconds for women (2006).
The race is listed in the Games programme alongside track and field, traditional heavy events, piping and Highland dancing. Entries for the hill race are handled through the Games entry system and an online entry option is provided as part of the event administration.
The description above focuses on measurable course details, its place in the Newtonmore programme and historical course records, without scheduling specifics or participant contact information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
