Altra 13 Valleys Ultra

Friday 25 - Sunday 27 September 2026

2026 distances are sold out. Be the first to secure your Ultra place for 2027.

In partnership with the Lake District National Park. 13 Valleys celebrates the 13 unique valleys of the Lake District National Park which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them all together. You can choose between one trail distance: 2 Valleys (21km) and four ultra distances: 5 Valleys (55km), 6 Valleys (81km) New for 2027, 7 Valleys (110km) and 13 Valleys (180km). Each of them will take you through spectacular trail running around the magnificent lakes and valleys of the Lake District. The 13 valleys route is available to do all year-round by walkers and runners alike.

Secure your place for 2027

Entries for the 2027 Altra 13 Valleys Ultra distances are open. Secure your place now and save for a limited time, with a fixed allocation of entries available at each price. New for 2027, we're introducing the 6 Valleys Ultra – an 81km fully waymarked mountain ultra that bridges the gap between the 5 Valleys and 7 Valleys events. Whether you're returning, taking on a new distance or joining us for the first time, we can't wait to welcome you back to the Lake District.

Altra 13 Valleys Ultra is registered with the ITRA (International Trail Running Association). Finishers will be awarded a maximum of 6 ITRA points, depending on distance. Find out more here.

Volunteer

If you can't take part, or if you're planning on supporting your friends, why not join us as one of our ALTRA 13 VALLEYS ULTRA Volunteer team? To register your interest in being a volunteer please head to our Volunteer Portal. Once you have set up an account you will be able to apply.​