Trail Running
by KZN Trail Running
Bisley Nature Reserve TR
Sun 13 Sep 2026
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
3 races
5.7–18.8 km
Date
13 Sep 2026
Registration
Open now
Races
3 races
from R135
Available Races
Short Course
5.65km
R135.00
Distance
5.65 km
Elevation gain
128 m
Elevation loss
128 m
Medium Course
11.2km
R195.00
Distance
11.24 km
Elevation gain
271 m
Elevation loss
270 m
Long Course
18.8km
R230.00
About this event
Discover the untamed beauty of trail running at the Bisley Trail Run. Nestled just outside Pietermaritzburg, the Bisley Nature Reserve is a hidden gem where giraffe, wildebeest and zebra roam freely, while an impressive variety of birdlife—including the Southern Tchagra, Dwarf Bittern, Corncrake and Booted Eagle—makes every run a true nature experience.
The route meanders through rolling grasslands and rugged thornveld, revealing sweeping views and an authentic sense of wilderness. Whether you’re chasing a personal best on the fast, runnable trails or taking your time to soak up the scenery, the Bisley Trail Run offers the perfect blend of challenge, adventure and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
The route meanders through rolling grasslands and rugged thornveld, revealing sweeping views and an authentic sense of wilderness. Whether you’re chasing a personal best on the fast, runnable trails or taking your time to soak up the scenery, the Bisley Trail Run offers the perfect blend of challenge, adventure and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
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