Run the Ridge - Run the Ridge 20 km 2026

Run the Ridge is a 20 km mixed mountain and trail run with 660 metres of climb, going up across Derrybawn Ridge. The course covers grass, trail and open mountain terrain, with hills and woods along the route. It is part of a 30 km, 20 km and 10 km Mountain Race Series.

The route starts and finishes at the Laragh GFC grounds, next to the centre of Laragh village in the Wicklow Mountains. The first kilometre circles the GAA ground and runs out to the trail head. The course is well marked, with one water station; runners must carry a fully waterproof jacket and a fully charged mobile phone with the Race Director’s number stored. The race is a UTMB Index qualifier, counts towards the ITRA National League and serves as the Athletics Wicklow Off-Road Championship.