IMRA Trooperstown and Clara Vale Loop

⛰️ Trooperstown and Clara Vale Loop

📅 Date: Sunday 26th April 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 (Early start: 10:30 for 160%+ runners)
📍 County: Wicklow
📏 Distance / Climb: 21.5 km / 750 m
⚡ Difficulty: 8 – Moderate terrain, >500 m ascent, >10 km
🧭 Route marking: Fully marked
📡 GPS: Not allowed

🎒 Mandatory Kit (Level B – Standard):

Waterproof jacket

Hat or buff

Gloves

Whistle

Charged mobile phone with emergency number

Foil blanket / bivvy bag

Kit requirements may be finalised on race day depending on conditions.

📝 Entries:

No details yet; usually open a couple of weeks prior for league events

🚗 Getting There:

Parking: Grid ref T 158 969 (short walk to Start/Finish)

Please carpool if possible

🗺️ Route:

Start/Finish at the bridge beside the carpark

Clockwise loop over Trooperstown Hill → Boots Hill → Clara Vale → Avonmore Way → rejoin loop → back over Trooperstown Hill

Water station at 16 km (refills only)

Follow tape; ignore local signage

🏆 Prizegiving: Finish area