IMRA Carrauntoohil 13.7K
🏞️ Carrauntoohil – Kerry (13.7 km) 🏅
Take on Ireland’s highest peak in this extreme hillrunning challenge! Cover 13.7 km with 1,126 m of ascent on unmarked terrain, perfect for experienced runners seeking a true test of endurance and navigation.
📅 Date: Sunday, 6th September 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00
📍 Location: County Kerry
🎽 Event Overview:
Distance: 13.7 km
Short Course: Not available
Climb: 1,126 metres
Difficulty: Extreme (Difficulty 10 – >1,000 m ascent or >30 km)
Terrain: Extreme, unmarked
Race Marking: Route not marked
GPS Allowed: Yes
Leagues: Munster Championship, Irish Championship
🎟️ Entry Details:
Entry Opens: Monday, 31st August 2026, 21:00
Entry Closes: Saturday, 5th September 2026, 18:00
Entry Cost: €7 seniors, €5 over 65s and under 18s
Entry Limit: 250 runners
🎒 Mandatory Kit:
Level C – Advanced Kit:
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 items. Final kit requirements will be confirmed on race day depending on conditions and clearly advised at registration. Failure to carry the required kit may lead to refusal of entry or disqualification. Random checks may occur.
A challenging and iconic mountain race—test your limits on Carrauntoohil! 🏔️💪