Loch Lomond 10k and 5k
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Event overview
The Loch Lomond 10K and 5K take place on 20 June 2026 at Moss O'Balloch Park in Balloch, Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire. The event includes the following distances:
- 10K
- 5K
The 5K starts shortly after the 10K so many runners finish together.
Routes
The 10K route is described as relatively flat and fast with views of Loch Lomond. It uses paths within Balloch Castle Country Park and the cycle path along the River Leven, providing a mostly traffic-free course. The 5K is held entirely within Balloch Castle Country Park and includes some inclines and declines, finishing on a downhill section. The 10K route was adapted in 2025 so the loop between the 4 km and 8 km points runs in the opposite direction to previous years; this includes a stretch along the River Leven from Balloch Bridge to Bonhill Bridge, a crossing of Bonhill Bridge, a return on the opposite riverbank and a crossing at Stuckie Bridge back to the park.
Entry, rules and logistics
Age limits: runners must be at least 15 years old for the 10K and at least 11 years old for the 5K. Maximum times are 1 hour 45 minutes for the 10K and 1 hour 10 minutes for the 5K. Early-bird pricing applies to the first 150 entries for the 10K and the first 50 entries for the 5K. Online entry continues until 10 June 18 June 2026 10:00, and race packs can be posted if entered by 10 June 2026. Refunds are available minus a 20% admin fee for cancellations made by 31 March 2026; no refunds after that date, but deferrals are allowed until 30 April 2026. On-the-day entries may be accepted depending on numbers.
Race services and sponsors
Registered runners receive an event-branded running t-shirt, a bespoke race medal, and water and snacks. There is a prize list for individual winners and teams. Sponsors named for the event include Coop Food (Balloch), JJR Print Ltd and Business Gateway. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
