Meall a'Bhuachaille Hill Race
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Meall a'Bhuachaille Hill Race 2026
Meall a'Bhuachaille is a hill race based at Badaguish Outdoor Centre near Aviemore. The course is 13 km long with about 720 m of climb. It runs from Badaguish up a forest track onto the hill path to the summit of Meall a Bhuachaille (810 m), returns to the bealach, then contours and ascends Creagan Gorm (732 m) before following the ridge to Craiggowrie (687 m) and a flagged descent back through heather and forest to the finish.
The route is mainly unmarked except at some path junctions, the start of the final descent, and the forest finish section. Hill marshals staff designated checkpoints. Navigation skills may be required in poor visibility and the organiser may use a lower level alternative route in bad weather.
Entrants must be at least 18 years old. The event is licenced by Scottish Athletics and race insurance is provided by Scottish Hill Runners. Entries open 1 August 2026 and close 23 September 2026. Entry fee is £10. A £5 parking charge per car will be collected at Badaguish; car sharing and low impact travel are encouraged.
Mandatory kit includes full waterproof body cover, hat, gloves, whistle, compass and map, and kit checks will operate on race day. Maps are available at registration for 50p. Limited free refreshments at the finish; the Badaguish cafe will be closed and showers will not be available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
