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! 🏔️💪