The ROC Scotland

OCT

3

2026

Take on THE ROC Scotland in Kinlochleven, a rugged multisport mountain challenge with an open water swim, mountain and gravel biking, and a run up Ben Nevis. Expect dramatic Highland scenery and plenty of ascent for adventurous runners.

Sat 3 Oct 2026

Kinlochleven, Scotland

Website

1km Loch Swim 1.5km Trail Run 17km Ben Nevis 27km Mountain/gravel Bike 27km Mountain/gravel Bike

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THE ROC Scotland : Kinlochleven, Highlands (3 October 2026)

THE ROC Scotland is a multi-discipline mountain event based in Kinlochleven that includes summiting Ben Nevis. The route combines open-water swimming, mountain/gravel biking and mountain running. The race finishes in Kinlochleven and features the highest elevation gain of all THE ROC events. The course includes a mountain bike section along the West Highland Way to Fort William and a run up Ben Nevis and back.

Course and distances

1 km loch swim
27 km mountain/gravel bike
17 km Ben Nevis (mountain run)
27 km mountain/gravel bike
1.5 km trail run

Total distance is 73 km. Reported elevation is 7,874 ft with a total ascent of 4,265 ft.

Location and notes

The event is centred on Leven Road, Kinlochleven PH50 4SF. The race sequence is swim, bike, mountain, bike, run. A mountain cut-off is specified for the event. Ciovita is listed as a principal partner and merchandise provider. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

17 km

17km Ben Nevis

1.5km Trail Run

1km Loch Swim

27km Mountain/gravel Bike