The Best Trails in KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

Day 1 Injesuthic camp, Ridge, CentHut

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near Forest Ranger, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Redshift3

Distance: 8.06mi
Elevation +: 2854f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofDay 1 Injesuthic camp, Ridge, CentHut

Alternate route from the camp to Centenary hut. Up along the ridge past the old rangers station and down towards the hut. Long day but doable. Winter gave rise to stark scenery.

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Thomathu Cave (Extended Version)

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near Garden Castle, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

Christo Engelbrecht

Distance: 11.95mi
Elevation +: 2185f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofThomathu Cave (Extended Version)

Distance (7.5+7.5 15km | Technical difficulty Moderate Elevation gain 638m | Elevation loss 638m | Max elevation 2330m | Min elevation 1755m A large cave approximately 60m high, situated on the Thomathu ridge. The views ...

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Imfolozi Okhukho Loop

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near Okhukho, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

cozynomad

Distance: 9.88mi
Elevation +: 1037f
TrailRank: 30

This trail is advised to be driven with a 4x4 car but honestly, there are other trails in the park that are way more challenging than this one. Moreover, the trail runs along the western park boundary fence, which means ...

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2016 Bluff marathon

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near Flnnland, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

doppierunner

Distance: 26.74mi
Elevation +: 1916f
TrailRank: 30

Quite a hilly little monster! Two laps around the Bluff and they find quite a few hills for you to climb. Just for fun they add a couple more on the second lap. If you can qualify for Comrades on this route then its a gr...

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INKAMBO RUN/ TRIBE WALK OVER TABLE MOUNTAIN

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near Bedat, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Mabo

Distance: 23.12mi
Elevation +: 3622f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofINKAMBO RUN/ TRIBE WALK OVER TABLE MOUNTAIN

INKIMBO - the valley of 1000 hills Tribes resurrection to the Mountain. Its a Trail Run where the runners race as ambassadors for the critical challenges(Under-education, HIV/AIDS pandemic, poverty, live stock theft, etc...

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Tugela Gorge

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near Bonjaneni, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

badsyntax

Distance: 9.31mi
Elevation +: 2999f
TrailRank: 30

Tugela Gorge hike. Sadly the chain ladder is broken at the end and you won't be able to complete the last section. Apparently this ladder has been broken for a few years now which is annoying. Ask the rangers about the s...

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Carter Trail

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near Forest Ranger, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

James Seymour

Distance: 5.41mi
Elevation +: 673f
TrailRank: 30

The trail starts at Champagne Castle Hotel. However, most of the trail is in the Drakensberg Park. Follow the contour of the Matterhorn and into Wonder Valley. The trail ends at the boundary of the Park. You need the per...

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Killer Ride: Upper to Lower Mpushini

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near Claredon, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

Simphiwe Mbanjwa

Distance: 33.80mi
Elevation +: 2949f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofKiller Ride: Upper to Lower Mpushini

Very tough ride will test your will! Upper Mpushini through Bisley Reserve down & up to Mandastone, back route by sugar cane back Ashburton, down to Lower Mpushini, all the way to the low lying bridge, up to Mountain Vie...

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3 Falls Trail Run 2013 - 18.3km

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near Forest Hills, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance: 11.83mi
Elevation +: 2526f
TrailRank: 30

A lovely but tough circular route around the Kranskloof Nature Reserve. With approx 934m elevation gain / loss. The course is approx 18.3km long with a start and finish at Forrest Hills primary school. An event that is g...

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2012 Mandela Day Marathon

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near iMbali, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

doppierunner

Distance: 26.41mi
Elevation +: 3054f
TrailRank: 30

One of the tougher marathons that I have done. The climb from about 7km to 21km seems to go on forever. When you think it is all downhill to the finish you get hit with a few more hills. The last 5km is all gentle climbi...

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South Coast Marathon 2011

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near Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

doppierunner

Distance: 26.24mi
Elevation +: 1165f
TrailRank: 30

An undulating route from Scottburgh to Amanzimtoti. Weather was overcast and humid. More people would have battled if the sun was shining. The route was a bit tougher than I expected especially the last few km. Route mar...

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Aasvoelkrans cave

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near KwaMkhiza, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

craig.ccsystems

Distance: 2.73mi
Elevation +: 210f
TrailRank: 30

Highmoor Start from parking lot near silver swing gate pass dams, down to stream for water break , over stream to the right round a mountain edge to a wonderful view ,very gentle 4km walk all the way to aasvoelkrans cav...

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Crazy Store - Nagle Dam- 20km

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near Umgeni Dam, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance: 12.64mi
Elevation +: 1617f
TrailRank: 30

The middle distance of the 3 race options. Just a few kilometers in you find a monster of a hill! The remainder of the course is fairly open on gravel roads. On whole it offers great views of the the dam and surrounds. L...

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Secretary Bird Route - 5km

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near Swartberg, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Flitwick Ranch

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Distance: 3.09mi
Elevation +: 551f
TrailRank: 29

Start at the Old Cheese Factory and continue towards the farmhouse and garden route. Cross the little bridge with the gate and pass the old stone hut. At the next gate, cross the road to get onto the path leading toward ...

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Giba - top entrance to Macintosh falls

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near Winston Park, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

DrammaLamma

Distance: 4.98mi
Elevation +: 738f
TrailRank: 29

Photo ofGiba - top entrance to Macintosh falls

Start with a great stroll through the forest then over the hill and a challenging descent to the falls.

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Doreen Falls

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near Makhwelela, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

wongseek

Distance: 3.54mi
Elevation +: 538f
TrailRank: 29

Nice easy family hike across grasslands, hillsides and Doreen Falls exploratory bouldering and cool waters.

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Day7, Bottom of Ships Prow to Blind Mans Corner

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near Forest Ranger, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Redshift3

Distance: 5.54mi
Elevation +: 1253f
TrailRank: 29

Photo ofDay7, Bottom of Ships Prow to Blind Mans Corner

Once on the contour path, the going is much easier. For the full hike report click on "view more"below:

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Mahai to Tugela Gorge.

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near Bonjaneni, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

Malcolm Biggar

Distance: 13.67mi
Elevation +: 1998f
TrailRank: 29

Trail was an “out and return” trail. With much time spent at the falls. Worth every step. Challenging

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Inanda 4X4 Adventure

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near eNtshangwe, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

RoarsOutdoors

Distance: 48.48mi
Elevation +: 7224f
TrailRank: 29

4X4 trip through Inanda Valley... Initially up a steep path (I call the goat path) and then the second half takes you through 5 river crossings. Join me on my drive of this route: https://youtu.be/82hTTTiy4_4 (part1)

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Mbona walk -

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near Talavera, KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Brenda Moon

Distance: 5.25mi
Elevation +: 906f
TrailRank: 29

Along road, up cell phone hill, Bushbuck Ridge walk, Saddle/reservoir, along Guy’s Walk up Big Mbona to the Sunken Forest with 400 year old yellow woods. Back along Voortrekker down to road and back to M18. Zebra, blac...

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Fort Nottingham Nature Reserve Loop

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near Fort Nottingham, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance: 3.37mi
Elevation +: 531f
TrailRank: 29

Photo ofFort Nottingham Nature Reserve Loop

Lovely little track hidden away out just outside of Nottingham Road. Beware of the common Spike-thorn...the name says it all...

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MZIMKHULWANA HUT to winterhoek hut

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near Manston, KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

craig.ccsystems

Distance: 5.46mi
Elevation +: 994f
TrailRank: 29

Photo ofMZIMKHULWANA HUT to winterhoek hut

Giants cup day 3 from mzimkuluwana to winterhoek, New giants cup trail cutting out the walk along tar district road at the end of the hike, This new trail takes you over new suspension bridge, beautiful river walk on pri...

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The Cone - Little Switzerland Hotel

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near Kruisfontein, KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

littleswitzerlandhotel

Distance: 0.92mi
Elevation +: 177f
TrailRank: 28| 5.0

This walk starts from the main parking area. Looking Right follow the road leading up the hill towards Main Entrance Boom Gate, Walk between the set of rooms once on top of the hill you will see the entrance to the cone...

Was awesome, easy and clear instructions and well maintained

Bevan Ellman

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Glencairn Trail Run- Lamb Run - Day 1

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near Manston, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)

Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance: 7.62mi
Elevation +: 797f
TrailRank: 28

Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run- Lamb Run - Day 1

The shorter of two options for day 1 of the Glencairn Trail Run. Not overly technical with minor ascents and descents, with floating bridge as a little something extra. A very well organized trail run event set to be an ...

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