Aherlow 50k is a challenging forest trail ultra through the stunning Glen of Aherlow. 🌲⛰️
📍 County: Tipperary
📅 Date: Saturday, 7 March 2026
⏰ Time: 09:00 (Early Start: 08:00, non-competitive)
🥾 Distance: 50 km
⛰️ Climb: 1,363 m
⚠️ Difficulty: 7 — Difficult terrain, 200–500 m ascent, 6–10 km sections
🚩 Marking: Only major junctions marked
📡 GPS: Allowed
🏆 League: Munster Ultra League
Mandatory Kit (Level C – Advanced):
Waterproof jacket with integrated hood and taped seams
Hat or buff
Gloves
Whistle
Charged mobile phone with emergency number stored
Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent
Waterproof full leg cover
Means to carry a minimum of 500 mL water
Emergency food
Map of route/area
Compass
All runners must carry the above kit; random checks may occur. Failure to carry kit may result in denied entry or disqualification.
Entry Info:
Closes: Friday, 6 March 2026, 18:00
Cost: €50
Limit: 100 entries
Entries sold: 36
Route Description:
50 km of glorious forest trails winding through the Glen of Aherlow
Route Map: Plotaroute link
Getting There:
Aherlow GAA Club, Lisvernane National School, Ballycrehane, Aherlow, Co. Tipperary
Organiser Instructions:
Mandatory to carry a shower and windproof jacket for the entire race — no exceptions.
Drop Bag: 22 km at Bansha Woods car park
Aid stations: ~12 km, 22 km, 32 km
Hot showers: Aherlow GAA
Refreshments: Soup & sandwiches at Aherlow Community Centre
Prizegiving:
Lisvernane Community Centre
