Trail Running Calendar South Africa 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in South Africa for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 160 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in South Africa below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
Coast to coast urban endurance hike across Durban of about 32 km, featuring beaches, promenades, a harbour tunnel, and return transport to the start included.
A charity 5 km spring trail run at Huddle Park Golf and Recreation supporting the Dacosbro Foundation, with marked routes, a water point, and pet friendly participation.
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.
A three day trail running stage race in Namakwa near Springbok with a race village at Okiep Country Hotel. Stages are about 11.5 km, 13.5 km and 13 km; entries are limited to 200 and the fee is R5,950.
Mont-Aux Sources Ultra Trail returns to Royal Natal National Park from 11 to 13 September 2026 with 50 km and 21 km mountain routes plus a short 6 km prologue, featuring trails around Tugela Falls and the Amphitheatre.
Trail run at Devonbosch, Cape Town with timed 5 km and 10 km routes, water stations, medals, medical support, and post-run coffee and food.
MTB and trail run event in Jansenville on 12 Sep 2026, offering multiple distances, an e-bike option, local prizes and a Karoo market atmosphere.
Family-friendly hiking and running at Die Bosveld in Pretoria with 3 km, 5 km and 10 km routes, refreshment points and live entertainment.
Outdoor multisport event on 12 September 2026 at Bloemveld Dam, Vryheid offering trail runs, mountain-bike courses and a fun walk and ride.
Two-day event at Hayterdale Trails, Addo featuring trail runs from 6 to 21 km and MTB races including a 40 km e-bike category.
Trail races through Bisley Nature Reserve near Pietermaritzburg featuring jeep track and singletrack, multiple distances, and frequent wildlife and birdlife sightings.
Trail runs at Slanghoek Cellar with 3 km kids options plus 5 km, 10 km and 17 km distances, chip timing and finisher medals.
Trail run at Merensky Landbou Akademie in Tzaneen with scenic orchard and farm routes, 9 km and 4.5 km options and accompanying festival activities.
Trail runs through Van Stadens Wildflower Reserve during the Van Stadens Flower Festival with 5 km and 15 km options. Entries open 1 January 2026 and pre-entries close 17 September 2026; no refunds.
Trail run in Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve with 5 km and technical 12 km options, cupless water tables, and funds raised for reserve conservation.
Coastal loop races from Grumpy's Beach Bar through Mdlotane Estuary and coastal forests, offered over 18 km, 11 km and 5 km with on-course aid stations.
A community run in Kenton-on-Sea supporting the Chipembere Rhino Foundation, featuring 18 km, 12 km and 5 km distances and a weekend of conservation activities.
A fundraising trail run at De Grendel Wine Estate supporting the Rohan Bloom Foundation, with GPX routes for 6 km, 11 km and 18 km and amenities for entrants.
A public holiday trail run at Simonsig Wine Estate with 5 to 21 km routes, commemorative socks, an oversized medal and on-route support in a walk-friendly setting.
A Heritage Day running event at Mogol Club in Lephalale with 5 km laps on the parkrun route, medals and water stations.