The Best Running Trails in KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

2016 Bluff marathon

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doppierunner

Distance

26.74mi

Elevation +

1916f

TrailRank

30

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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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2012 Mandela Day Marathon

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doppierunner

Distance

26.41mi

Elevation +

3054f

TrailRank

30

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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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doppierunner

Distance

26.24mi

Elevation +

1165f

TrailRank

30

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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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DeloitteChallenge marathon Ballito to Durban 2015

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Distance

26.51mi

Elevation +

1132f

TrailRank

27

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Most of the climbing is in the first half. The problem in the second half is mainly heat related as there is very little shade. Fortunately there is full road closure so you van use both sides of the road and the shade i...

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Hillcrest marathon 2015

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Distance

26.71mi

Elevation +

1453f

TrailRank

26| 4.0

Not the easiest marathon. Fortunately they start this run at 5am. The heat and humidty are the major problems here. Fortunately there is lots of shade on the route. The two laps are identical so you know what is coming w...

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Cannibals Cave parkrun

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doppierunner

Distance

3.16mi

Elevation +

39f

TrailRank

26

If you ever make your way down to this trail run then take along your old running shoes. There is always someone who can use them here. Don't be afraid to see barefoot kids beating you on this parkrun. Lizzie teaches th...

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Pongola #parkrun

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doppierunner

Distance

3.15mi

Elevation +

52f

TrailRank

26

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Run through the residential estate of the Selati sugar mill. Run on well paved roads with a short section on grass and another short "downhill" section on dirt. Lots of shade and a route that could produce your PB parkru...

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Hillcrest Marathon loop

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Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance

13.26mi

Elevation +

686f

TrailRank

25

Said to be one of the most scenic marathon routes in KZN, well worth a trip out. Hosted by Hillcrest Villages.

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Umhlanga parkrun #83

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Distance

3.13mi

Elevation +

72f

TrailRank

24

I wouldn't rate this as one of my favourite parkruns. It is way too congested. Not just with people doing the parkrun but all the other people you have to share the path with. We had great weather and it was nice to have...

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Deloitte Challenge marathon 2016

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Distance

26.54mi

Elevation +

810f

TrailRank

23

Slightly different start to this year's race so that we did not have to do the loop at the end. Great idea. Weather a bit better than last year. Well organised and worth the trip. Take it easy in the first half and the...

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Shongweni parkrun new route

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Distance

3.04mi

Elevation +

207f

TrailRank

22| 4.0

They have changed the route at Shongweni parkrun. You do two identical laps. Most of the run is now on single track paths with very little opportunity to overtake. The few open stretches need to be used if you don't wan...

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3 Cranes Challenge Day 2 42km

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Distance

25.04mi

Elevation +

4147f

TrailRank

21

Tough day at the office especially the last 5km through the forest. I think we crossed the same river 6 times.

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park run - umhlanga

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Rhino and Hedgehog

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Distance

3.11mi

Elevation +

30f

TrailRank

21

Along the paved umhlanga Promenade which is only 3-4m wide in places. This could be come a problem if the numbers increase.

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park run - North Beach - Northern alternative

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Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance

3.11mi

Elevation +

39f

TrailRank

21

Only run when there is an activity on the beach front - normally it is Southern Run from the same starting point.

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Arthur Cresswell Marathon 2011

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doppierunner

Distance

32.50mi

Elevation +

1299f

TrailRank

19

A bit hot and no shade on the route. I don't know what everyone has always raved about. Waterpoints good.

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Forest 10

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Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance

6.23mi

Elevation +

246f

TrailRank

19

A lovely route through the leafy suburb of Forest Hills - relatively flat considering the area. A very enjoyable route - highly recomended.

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The Deloitte Challange 2015

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Rhino and Hedgehog

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Distance

26.47mi

Elevation +

761f

TrailRank

19

With a start in Ballito and follow the M4 to Kings Park stadium just of Durban's beach front. Mostly a flat course with glimpses of the sea as you head towards Durban.

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Umdoni #parkrun

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doppierunner

Distance

3.02mi

Elevation +

226f

TrailRank

17

A pretty run through the forests above the golf course. Mostly offroad with some dirt road. Not a route to try and do a PB on if it has been raining. It gets very slippery in the mud. A great breakfast is served at the ...

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Park Run North Beach - 5km

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Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance

3.11mi

Elevation +

69f

TrailRank

14

Easy run down the promenade from Sun Coast to South Beach and back every Satuday at 8:00am - Free to Run however register before with ParkRun.

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Umhlanga Promenade

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BenjaminPJ

Distance

2.56mi

Elevation +

3f

TrailRank

9

A super relaxed route along the Umhlanga beach front. I would avoid going when there are a lot of holiday makers.

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parkrun Dusi Event #34

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doppierunner

Distance

3.12mi

Elevation +

89f

TrailRank

29| 4.0

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Easy run along the banks of the Msunduze river.

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Exploring above O'Reilly's Vlei and valley

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Driaan De Clercq

Distance

5.94mi

Elevation +

692f

TrailRank

23

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Beautiful waterfalls and ponds.

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Umgeni Water 32km

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doppierunner

Distance

19.82mi

Elevation +

955f

TrailRank

21

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Undulating route with one or two tough little climbs. Well organised.

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