Skyline Scotland | Ben Nevis Skyline

Mandatory kit

A mandatory kit list is readily available.

GPX route

The route is displayed on the map above.

Overview

Part of the prestigioius Salomon Golden Trail Series, this race is designed to be a high-octane mountain race in the spirit of Skyrunning, tackling technical terrain and ridges. Literally the skyline of Ben Nevis and Càrn Mòr Dearg Arete.

Map

Description

• The runners will ascend gradually via wide forestry tracks before joining the main Allt a ‘Mhuilinn track leading to the CIC Hut. They traverse under the Ben to join the main tourist track, climbing up to the Ben Nevis summit. 
• After reaching the peak of the UK’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, the route takes you across the impressive ridgeline of Càrn Mòr Dearg (CMD) Arete. This section is classified as a grade 1 scramble and was used by the Ben Nevis Ultra in previous years. 
• The route continues along the airy ridge, weaving through boulders as it ascends to the summit of Càrn Mòr Dearg before dropping east down another technical ridge to the 830m Bealach. 
• At this point the route turns north to follow the Allt Daim into uncharted territory: a remote and pathless glen with challenging underfoot terrain, before steeply climbing to rejoin the Nevis Range infrastructure at Meall Beag. 
• The final descent route follows the established Blue Doon MTB downhill track. It is steep, unrelenting, with banked turns that may burn lactate acid holes through your thighs… 
• The course will be fully signed, comprehensively waymarked and marshalled. 
• The entire route is mandatory.
• The Ben Nevis Skyline is part of the UTMB index and contributes towards your 20K ranking.

Cut off

Course closure 6pm. 

More details to follow. The aim is to ensure as many people as possible are able to complete the Skyline Scotland races. 

Event HQ

Nevis Range Mountain Resort
Torlundy
Fort William
Highland
PH33 6SQ
UK

Race start

Bridge of Orchy - coach transport for all participants will be arranged from Nevis Range to the race start and is included in the entry fee.

Parking

There will be paid parking available at the Nevis Range.

Coach transport

Coach transport will be provided within the entry fee for Jacobite 100 participants from the Nevis Range to the race start at the Bridge of Orchy. This transport is mandatory, it is not possible to make your own way to the start location.

Coach transport will be provided within the entry fee for Steall Marathon participants from the Nevis Range to the registration and race start at Kinlochleven. This transport is optional but encouraged due to limited access at Kinlochleven. Coach must be booked in advance.

Included

Support Ourea Events Office Team

• A well planned and professionally organised event by Ourea Events
• Excellent customer service support from our office team – speak to them any time via email, live chat or on the phone!
• A GPX file of the route and checkpoint locations 

At the Nevis Range Event Centre

• Paid parking for the day at the Nevis Range - car sharing is encouraged!
• Baggage storage while you run
• On-site food and drink traders, brands and more
• Team of motivated volunteer marshals and professional Ourea Events staff

While on the Course

• Fully waymarked and marshalled route
• Digital race timing for course split times and official results
• Live GPS tracking
• Race number
• Four well stocked support points with various snacks, cakes and sweets

Mementos

• All who finish the race will each receive a quality finisher’s medal 
• Official Salomon Skyline Scotland merchandise (available to purchase)

Safety Cover

• Emergency medical attention during the race
• Professional response team to assist in case of emergency or injury

Prizes

• 1st female and 1st male overall winners will each receive a Winners Trophy
• 1st, 2nd and 3rd female and male will each receive a Salomon prize
• 1st female and 1st male veteran in each age category will each receive a Salomon prize

What an amazing weekend. From every runner, supporter, volunteer, organiser, exhibitor and the place itself - WOW. This is the best and most iconic event in the UK. 2023 participant

Who are Ourea Events?

• Since 2012 Ourea Events has supported 30,000 runners to reach their potential and enjoy life changing adventures around the UK
• The office team has a collective experience of over 75 years in organising premium outdoor events
• Ourea Events is committed to a programme of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Ourea Events supports charity partners like Mountain Rescue across the UK