🏞️ Nephin – Mayo (7.35 km) 🏅
Take on Nephin in County Mayo, a challenging 7.35 km hill run with a 736 m climb over difficult terrain. This non-championship route offers technical descents, river crossings, and a fully marked summit loop—perfect for experienced runners seeking adventure in the west of Ireland.
📅 Date: Saturday, 1st August 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00
📍 Location: North Plantation, 2 km south of Lahardane, Co. Mayo
🎽 Event Overview:
Distance: 7.35 km
Short Course: Under 5 km (Junior/Short course)
Climb: 736 metres
Difficulty: Difficult (Difficulty 8 – >500 m ascent, 6–10 km)
Terrain: Difficult
Race Marking: Route fully marked
GPS Allowed: No
Leagues: Connacht Championship, North West League
🎟️ Entry Details:
Opens: Monday, 27th July 2026, 21:00
Closes: Friday, 31st July 2026, 18:00
Cost: €7 seniors | €5 over 65s & under 18s
Limit: 250 runners
🎒 Mandatory Kit:
Level B – Standard Kit:
Waterproof jacket
Hat or buff
Gloves
Whistle
Charged mobile phone with emergency number stored
Foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent
All runners must carry the above items. Final kit requirements will be confirmed at registration. Failure to carry required kit may result in refusal of entry or disqualification. Random checks may occur.
📍 Route Description:
The race follows the recently introduced Way Marked path to the summit. From the trig point, runners loop around the summit bowl, descend technical ground, cross a small river gorge, and finish with a downhill sprint back to the forest track. Fully marked with yellow and red IMRA tape and flags.
🚗 Getting There:
Register in Lahardane village. Start is 2 km south at North Plantation between Crossmolina & Pontoon, Co. Mayo. Google Maps Directions
Carpooling from registration to the start is recommended.
📝 Registration Instructions:
Registration opens 09:45 and closes 10:45 at The Village Convenience Store in Lahardane.
First-time runners collect numbers; returning runners bring 2025 IMRA number.
Check the kit board for required items before heading to the start line.
🎉 Prizegiving Location:
After the race at Murphy's Pub, Lahardane. Prizes for 1st–3rd Male & Female, and 1st Junior Male & Female. Soup and sandwiches provided; prizes emailed.
A scenic, technical, and fun Nephin adventure—don’t rush off, stay for a chat! 🌄🏃♂️💨