Night Challenge 3: Pier Gates
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Night Challenge 3: Pier Gates
Night Challenge 3: Pier Gates is a night mountain running event in County Wicklow held on Friday 9th October 2026. The route is fully marked and GPS is allowed. The event is part of the Night Challenges league and uses Level B mandatory kit.
Distances offered:
- 11 km long course, c.450 m climb
- 5 km short course, c.170 m climb
The long course is mostly hard pack trail with some boardwalk. The short course mixes forest trail, boardwalk and some technical sections; grippy shoes are recommended and participants are advised to slow down if new to night running in the hills. Runners age 18 or older may enter the long course. Runners and walkers age 14 or older may enter the short course.
Mandatory Level B kit includes a waterproof jacket, hat or buff, gloves, whistle, charged mobile phone with an emergency number stored, and a foil blanket or bivvy bag. All runners must bring these items and carry them as required. Random checks may be carried out and failure to have the required items can lead to denied entry or disqualification.
Parking, registration and prizegiving take place at the Lough Tay / Lough Dan carpark. Normal carpark fees apply and carpooling is encouraged. There will be cake at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
