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Trail Running Calendar near Pietermaritzburg 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Pietermaritzburg for 2026-2027! We've gathered 7 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

August 2026
Aug
16
Su

uMngeni River Run

Trail Run 6 km 12 km ... 36 km 50 km
Trail running in the WESSA uMngeni Valley near Howick featuring a 50 km ultra plus shorter loop courses across varied terrain and forest.
September 2026
Sep
6
Su

Hilton College Trail Run

Trail Run 7 km 12 km 20 km
Trail runs at Hilton College offering 20 km, 12 km and 7 km routes through Midlands scenery, river valley views and wildlife in a private game reserve.
Sep
13
Su

Bisley Trail Run

Trail Run 5 km 11 km 18 km
Trail races through Bisley Nature Reserve near Pietermaritzburg featuring jeep track and singletrack, multiple distances, and frequent wildlife and birdlife sightings.
October 2026
Oct
4
Su

Howick Trail Run

Trail Run 5 km 10 km 19 km
Trail races at La Petite France near Howick with looped courses of 18.9 km, 10 km and 5 km through dairy and avocado farms with views of Albert Falls Dam.
Oct
11
Su

Cascades Trail Run

Trail Run Walk 5 km 10 km 18 km
Trail running on a purpose-built network near Pietermaritzburg with 5 km, 10 km and 18 km loop courses through plantations, forest and a scenic ridgeline.
Oct
24
Sa

WESSA Ultra Trail Festival

Trail Run 6 km 12 km ... 75 km 100 km
A multi-distance trail festival at WESSA uMngeni Nature Reserve celebrating WESSA's 100 year conservation legacy across varied escarpment and valley terrain.
December 2026
Dec
6
Su

Table Mountain Trail Run

Trail Run 7 km 12 km 17 km
Loop trail races up Table Mountain above Pietermaritzburg with 17 km, 12 km and 7 km routes across rugged single track and cattle paths.
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