8 May 2027

Highland Trail 550 2027

Tyndrum, United KingdomLoop

Highland Trail 550 2027 starts on 8 May 2027 in Tyndrum, United Kingdom. The route is 885 km long with 16,000 m of climbing. Format: Race, on gravel, without a personal crew (unsupported). Registration opens on 7 November 2026. Entry fee: no entry fee (as of 25 Sep 2026). Requirement: Applications on 7 November 2026 only, with proof of bikepacking experience on tough, multi-day off-road routes/events (links to results, Strava etc.). All details come from the organiser, last checked on 26 October 2026.

Distance
885 km
Climbing
16,000 m1,808 m per 100 km · alpine
Support
UnsupportedRace · fixed route
Surface
Gravel
Time limit
–not stated
Entry fee
no entry feeas of 25 Sep 2026
Price levels and categories

no entry fee

Classification

Not stated – please check with the organiser.

Requirement: Applications on 7 November 2026 only, with proof of bikepacking experience on tough, multi-day off-road routes/events (links to results, Strava etc.).

Registration

Status
From 7 Nov
Registration
Opens 7 Nov 2026
Date
8 May 2027

What it’s about

The Scottish MTB bikepacking classic: 550 miles of Highlands, hike-a-bike included, group start with a maximum of 60 riders.

Applications on 7 November 2026 only (one day). No entry fee, no time limit, group start at 8:30. Applications on 7 November 2026 only, with proof of experience.

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Source: highlandtrail550.weebly.com · last checked 26 Oct 2026 · start location exact

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