Embark on an extraordinary journey through South Africa’s most spectacular trails with Mindful Runner in 2024. Our list of races is carefully crafted to provide not just a run, but an unparalleled adventure. As a coaching team, we’ll be there every step of the way, guiding our athletes through these inspiring events.
Our Selection Criteria: We’ve handpicked these races based on our rigorous standards:
- Community-Driven Organisers: We partner with passionate and knowledgeable organisers who genuinely care about the trail community.
- Festival Atmosphere: We look for events that offer multiple distances over a weekend, welcoming runners of all levels for a truly inclusive experience.
- Exclusive Locales: Our races take you to unique environments, often inaccessible or challenging to navigate without the structure of an event.
- Run-Friendly Routes: Expect well-designed courses that favor running over walking, with clear paths even through the most challenging terrains.
- Exemplary Organisation: Every event meets our world-class standards, ensuring a smooth and memorable race for all.
- Family-Friendly Vibes: Races are spectator-friendly, with amenities for supporters to enjoy the experience as much as the runners.
We acknowledge there are good South African events not featured on our list. While they may be excellent in their own right, they do not fully align with the Mindful Runner ethos.
Mindful Runner’s 2024 Trail Running Event Calendar
| Event Name | Date | Distances Offered | Location | Event Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addo Elephant Trail Run | 22-Mar | 21k, 50k, 50mile, 100mile | Addo Elephant Park, Eastern Cape | Addo Trail Run |
| Ultra Trail Drakensberg | 26-Apr | 21k, 32k, 62k, 100k, 100mile | Central Drakensberg, Central KZN | Ultra Trail Drakensberg |
| MUT UTMB | 24-May | 11k, 24k, 43k, 58k, 100k, 100mile | George, Garden Route | MUT UTMB |
| Mac Mac Ultra | 26-Jun | 24k, 46k, 50mile, 100mile, 200mile | Sabie, Mpumalanga | Mac Mac Ultra |
| Karkloof Trail Series | 19-Sep | 10mile, 20mile, 30mile, 50mile, 100mile | Howick, Central KZN | Karkloof Trail Series |
| Skyrun | 16-Nov | 38k, 65k, 100k | Lady Grey/Wartrail, Eastern Cape | Skyrun |
| Ultra Trail Cape Town | 22-Nov | 23k, 35k, 55k, 100k, 100mile | Cape Town, Western Cape | UTCT |
| Longmore Forest Run | 13-Dec | 30k, 50k, 50mile, 100mile, 200mile | Longmore Forest, Queberga, Eastern Cape | Longmore Forest Run |
Our dedicated team at Mindful Runner is poised to support you through these selected events with expert coaching and insider knowledge. For personalized advice and training plans, connect with our coaches—who have not only raced these events but also know them from every angle: as participants, crew, and even race sweepers. We’re ready to share our experience and passion for trail running with you throughout this exciting year.
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