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  • Crazy Store - Nagle Dam- 20km

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    near Umgeni Dam, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    12.64mi
    Elevation +
    1617f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofCrazy Store - Nagle Dam- 20km Photo ofCrazy Store - Nagle Dam- 20km Photo ofCrazy Store - Nagle Dam- 20km

    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...

  • Big Red Barn 15km

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    near Pinedene, Gauteng (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    doppierunner
    Distance
    9.33mi
    Elevation +
    279f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofBig Red Barn 15km Photo ofBig Red Barn 15km

    A trail run through the forests at Big Red Barn. Do the 15km once so that you can experience the litter and stench of sewerage in the river. The section along the river is not the most runner friendly. Otherwise a grea...

  • Fort Nottingham Nature Reserve Loop

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    near Fort Nottingham, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    3.37mi
    Elevation +
    531f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofFort Nottingham Nature Reserve Loop Photo ofFort Nottingham Nature Reserve Loop 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...

  • Lions Head Summit, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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    near Higgovale, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Two Trailblazers
    Distance
    3.48mi
    Elevation +
    1506f
    TrailRank
    29

    This technical single track makes its way up to the summit of the famous Lions Head in Cape Town in a clockwise direction. The trail ascends to the summit using the trail. On the descent the trail makes its way down usin...

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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)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    7.62mi
    Elevation +
    797f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run- Lamb Run - Day 1 Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run- Lamb Run - Day 1 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 ...

  • Shongweni Dam 14.6km - Sprit of Adventure

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    near KwaNgendezi, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    9.23mi
    Elevation +
    1014f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofShongweni Dam 14.6km - Sprit of Adventure Photo ofShongweni Dam 14.6km - Sprit of Adventure Photo ofShongweni Dam 14.6km - Sprit of Adventure

    An interesting course that takes in the 700m overflow tunnel from the dam. Its like running on a treadmill in the dark - but great fun.

  • Uitsoek 10km Trail Race 2015

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    near Weltevreden, Mpumalanga (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Redshift3
    Distance
    5.94mi
    Elevation +
    1132f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofUitsoek 10km Trail Race 2015 Photo ofUitsoek 10km Trail Race 2015 Photo ofUitsoek 10km Trail Race 2015

    From lush moist indigenous forest, crossing crystal clear streams with occasional waterfalls, to soft pine plantation but the ultimate experience is its high 2000m altitude grasslands offering spectacular views of the Lo...

  • Muizenberg - Kalk Bay loop

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    near Bailey’s Cottage, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    guidodg
    Distance
    4.61mi
    Elevation +
    1276f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofMuizenberg - Kalk Bay loop Photo ofMuizenberg - Kalk Bay loop Photo ofMuizenberg - Kalk Bay loop

    fairly easy trail run above Muizenberga nd Kalk Bay...some rocky descents and climbs on rock steps and a bit of pavement too...beautiful scenic run!

  • Injisuthi - Dipping tank and Old Hut Loop

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    near Forest Ranger, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    4.03mi
    Elevation +
    643f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofInjisuthi - Dipping tank and Old Hut Loop Photo ofInjisuthi - Dipping tank and Old Hut Loop Photo ofInjisuthi - Dipping tank and Old Hut Loop

    A short loop taking in some historical interest in the area namely the old dipping tank and old hut with one river crossing that can be interesting after heavy rain fall.

  • Helderberg, Haelkop, Stellenboschberg traverse

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    near Vergelegen, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    jctruter
    Distance
    18.76mi
    Elevation +
    8176f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofHelderberg, Haelkop, Stellenboschberg traverse Photo ofHelderberg, Haelkop, Stellenboschberg traverse

    The route starts in the Helderberg Nature Reserve and then follows a well maintained path up to Helderberg Dome. The route then follows the ridge over sever smaller peaks including Driekop before the accent to Haelkop. G...

  • St Blaize Trail, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

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    near Danabaai, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Two Trailblazers
    Distance
    8.46mi
    Elevation +
    1785f
    TrailRank
    28

    This track is the running of the well known St Blaize hiking trail, as recordered from West to East. The trail can be completed in either direction, although the traditional starting point is at the The Point below the S...

  • The Sandy 2013 - 14km

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    near Umhlanga, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    8.69mi
    Elevation +
    49f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofThe Sandy 2013 - 14km Photo ofThe Sandy 2013 - 14km Photo ofThe Sandy 2013 - 14km

    With a start at Umhlanga Lighthouse and finish at Pirates Lifesaving (Suncoast), with an Umgeni river crossing, it makes for a wonderful run on some of the most pristine beach front shoreline in Durban let alone the rest...

  • Oxpecker Trail Run Day 1

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    near Dewdrop, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    doppierunner
    Distance
    12.60mi
    Elevation +
    1142f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofOxpecker Trail Run Day 1 Photo ofOxpecker Trail Run Day 1 Photo ofOxpecker Trail Run Day 1

    Mostly gentle climbing for the first half. The last few hundred meters up to the summit is quite steep but the steps that have been cut into the path help a bit. The downhill isn't too tricky. The last four kilometers al...

  • Belinda's Loop

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    near Makhwelela, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    16.45mi
    Elevation +
    2320f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofBelinda's Loop Photo ofBelinda's Loop Photo ofBelinda's Loop

    A nice loop up for the Hotel past Mushroom Rock on to the contour path and down Mikes path. Well worth a trip out on a clear day with the cliffs of Cleft Peak keeping you company all the way.

  • Hilton College 12.5km

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    near Maloen, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    7.71mi
    Elevation +
    1352f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofHilton College 12.5km Photo ofHilton College 12.5km Photo ofHilton College 12.5km

    Drop down into the valley and hard climb back out. That said the trail set in the most scenic part of the Umgeni valley.

  • Mountain Splendour Trail Run 17.2km

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    near Dragon Peaks, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    10.80mi
    Elevation +
    1375f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofMountain Splendour Trail Run 17.2km Photo ofMountain Splendour Trail Run 17.2km Photo ofMountain Splendour Trail Run 17.2km

    Held annually over mostly private land, but a lovely course in the lower Drakensberg, combined with a few MTB races over the weekend. Well worth the trip.

  • Faulklands 12.5km

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    near Villa Maria, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    7.79mi
    Elevation +
    863f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofFaulklands 12.5km Photo ofFaulklands 12.5km Photo ofFaulklands 12.5km

    A drop down into the Umgeni valley via a small stream with 2 large river crossings. Highly enjoyable trail.

  • Silvermine - St James peak trail run

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    near Oude Raapkraal, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    guidodg
    Distance
    6.70mi
    Elevation +
    1165f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofSilvermine - St James peak trail run Photo ofSilvermine - St James peak trail run Photo ofSilvermine - St James peak trail run

    beautiful run through fynbos and interesting rock formations, very scenic with sweeping views across False Bay

  • Glencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 2

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    near Manston, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    9.39mi
    Elevation +
    876f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 2 Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 2 Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 2

    The longer of two options for day 2 of the Glencairn Trail Run. Relatively flat route in some lovely country side. A very well organized trail run event set to be an annual event.

  • Glencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 1

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    near Manston, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    12.39mi
    Elevation +
    1181f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 1 Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 1 Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Ram Run - Day 1

    The longer 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 a...

  • Glencairn Trail Run - Lamb Run Day 2

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    near Manston, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    4.66mi
    Elevation +
    387f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Lamb Run Day 2 Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Lamb Run Day 2 Photo ofGlencairn Trail Run - Lamb Run Day 2

    The shorter of two options for day 2 of the Glencairn Trail Run. Relatively flat route in some lovely country side. A very well organized trail run event set to be an annual event.

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