The Best Running Trails in Gauteng (South Africa)

Ou Voetpad Mountain 10 Miler 2012

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Distance

10.19mi

Elevation +

1175f

TrailRank

34

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One of the few races in South Africa that are measured in miles instead of kilometers. An undulating run mostly on tar except for the two occasions when you cross the ridge. And mile 8 to 9. Well organised and worth doin...

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Mazda half marathon

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doppierunner

Distance

13.11mi

Elevation +

420f

TrailRank

30

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Easy run through some industrial area and small holdings to the east of Pretoria. Great water points. A bit chilly at the start. Only one road to the venue from the highway so get there early to avoid the traffic jam. J...

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Jackie Gibson marathon 2016

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doppierunner

Distance

26.52mi

Elevation +

1890f

TrailRank

27

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Not the easiest marathon but what helps is the last 9.5k of each lap which is mostly downhill. Mentally the hill to to that point are challenging. The first lap is not too bad because you are with the half marathoners. T...

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Soweto Marathon 2012

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doppierunner

Distance

26.37mi

Elevation +

1345f

TrailRank

27

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The one race in Gauteng where the public gets involved. This is the race where they almost always run out of water. But its not such a big deal because the people on the sides of the road will get you water. Not the easi...

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2016 The Growler

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Distance

14.30mi

Elevation +

971f

TrailRank

27

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Johannesburg's World Class African Athletic Event No comments about the route, no marshals, no prizes, no timekeeping, no drinks tables, no t-shirts, no whining! A jog through the parts of the city that you would norma...

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2017 Modern Athlete half marathon Irene

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doppierunner

Distance

13.22mi

Elevation +

558f

TrailRank

26

Some gradual climbs on this route. Although the climbs are gentle you do most of the climbing in the second half of the race. Starting with the ultra the roads are pretty congested so its difficult to get into a decent ...

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2016 Zwartkop half marathon

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doppierunner

Distance

13.23mi

Elevation +

650f

TrailRank

26

A race that requires some sensible pacing and you can run a good time. Take the first lap easy so that you have enough energy to negotiate the hills in the second half and once you get to about 14km you can stretch your ...

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2016 Run for Bibles half marathon

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doppierunner

Distance

13.30mi

Elevation +

410f

TrailRank

26

The Wally hill at the end of each lap near the finish is a bugger. Lots of little bumps throughout the course. Too many loops and out and back sectors so the first lap is very congested with the 10km runners. The last 1...

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2016 Donald Mellors Remembrance training run

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doppierunner

Distance

13.23mi

Elevation +

295f

TrailRank

26

A well organised charity run from Boksburg City Stadium. There is a 10km and a 21km option. The same out and back route is used for both runs. A fairly easy flattish route through the Boksburg suburbs. Plenty of marsha...

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Drumblade parkrun #219

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doppierunner

Distance

3.13mi

Elevation +

187f

TrailRank

26

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An offroad trail around a farm south of Johannesburg. One long hill just before the finish. Some sections of the trail need eyes on the ground.

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SABS Jacaranda City Challenge Marathon 2012

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Distance

26.39mi

Elevation +

1322f

TrailRank

25

A great undulating run through the Waterkloof area. Well organised. The weather helped us on the day as it was overcast.

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Rose parkrun Lenasia

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doppierunner

Distance

3.17mi

Elevation +

3f

TrailRank

25

A flat two lap parkrun through Rose Park and an adjoining field. You need to watch your step in some places.

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Johannesburg

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kilómetros para el mundo

Distance

10.75mi

Elevation +

636f

TrailRank

24

Johannesburg is one of the main cities in SA. it's also one of the most violent cities in the world. In this track we started in our hotel, Voco, and turned to the right. Then we continued and took the third on the righ...

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Inaugural Lanseria parkrun

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Distance

3.11mi

Elevation +

200f

TrailRank

24

A route with a few twists and turns that can cause confusion. They have well marked signs that indicate the route quite well. As long as you know where you are on the route it should be fairly easy to follow. Maybe becau...

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Woodlands parkrun calving route

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doppierunner

Distance

3.14mi

Elevation +

148f

TrailRank

24

This is the route that will be used whilst the reserve is out of bounds. It seems to be quicker than the normal route with some PB's. I think it is slightly easier especially when overtaking because we get to run on a ...

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2016 Makro Wierie half marathon

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doppierunner

Distance

13.25mi

Elevation +

492f

TrailRank

24

A very cold morning, especially when compared to last week in Skukuza. A fairly easy route with only one real hill which you have to negotiate twice. It comes at the start of each lap. There is also a bridge over the N1...

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Race for Friendship half marathon

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Distance

13.19mi

Elevation +

322f

TrailRank

24

One of the easier half marathons that I have done. A bit of uphill for the first two kilometers of each lap but then its gently down for the remainder of the lap. The second lap they make you do an extra block which invo...

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Pirates Slow-Mag Beat Your Slump 10km

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doppierunner

Distance

6.19mi

Elevation +

289f

TrailRank

24

Pirates races are never easy. With this race you climb for most of the first half and then if you have the energy left you can sprint down the hills to the finish. A race that is fairly easy to run a negative split. Bew...

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BRG Zoo route

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Distance

16.69mi

Elevation +

1240f

TrailRank

23

Hills, hills and more hills. 3rd Avenue Linden is a tough climb when you are tired.At least the last 3km are mostly downhill. There is a 15km option. Some people do not do the loop around the Zoo and at Jan Smuts turn ...

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Rainbow half marathon

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Distance

13.25mi

Elevation +

381f

TrailRank

23

A fairly easy half marathon run mainly through industrial area. If you want a scenic run then don't do this one. No real hills on this route.

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City2City 50km Marathon 2012

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Distance

31.49mi

Elevation +

1529f

TrailRank

22

Its great when a race is well organised. Compared to a few years ago Bonitas has ensured that C2C can possibly become the leading ultra marathon in Gauteng. Water points and organisation top class this year. Well done gu...

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Chamberlains Half Marathon

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Redshift3

Distance

13.37mi

Elevation +

728f

TrailRank

22

The Chamberlains Capital Classic Half Marathon is hugely popular and superbly organized. The Chamberlains Capital Classic Half Marathon 2015, is an annual event which takes place during October in Lynwood in Pretoria....

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Clover Irene Milk Run 15km 2011

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doppierunner

Distance

9.45mi

Elevation +

331f

TrailRank

21

All 15km in the Arigricultural Research Centre. A few bits of off road through the ploughed fields. Well organised.

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Inaugural Springs #parkrun

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Distance

3.20mi

Elevation +

16f

TrailRank

21

Very flat offroad run. Just watch your step in the holes that the horses create when they land after a jump.

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BASF 32km 2012

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Distance

19.66mi

Elevation +

640f

TrailRank

21

A run out in Vanderbijl Park. Lots of twists and turns allows you to see the other runners quite a few times. All races are on the same out and back route. No big hills. There are one or two minor climbs. A wheelchair f...

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