Hilton College Trail Run 2026

All editions of Hilton College

Sun 7 Jun 2026 Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal 5.0 (20)
3 races 7–20 km
Date
7 Jun 2026
Location
Hilton College
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Registration
Closed
Races
3 races
from R135

Available Races

Short Course

7km Starts 07:45
R135.00
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Distance 6.65 km
Elevation gain 142 m
Elevation loss 142 m
Course record 30:44 Sam Webb · 2026 Men 30:44 Sam Webb · 2026 Women 37:43 Julia Shuttleworth · 2026

Medium Course

12km Starts 07:30
R195.00
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Distance 12.32 km
Elevation gain 525 m
Elevation loss 525 m
Course record 1:23:24 Marc Nel · 2026 Men 1:23:24 Marc Nel · 2026 Women 1:38:00 Bianca Westhorpe-Pottow · 2026

Long Course

20km Starts 07:00
R230.00
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Distance 19.52 km
Elevation gain 699 m
Elevation loss 699 m
Course record 1:35:23 Brett Green · 2026 Men 1:35:23 Brett Green · 2026 Women 2:06:19 Sue Mcconnachie · 2026

About this event

Take in sweeping views of Otto’s Bluff, Albert Falls, and the meandering uMngeni River as you move through some of the Midlands’ most striking landscapes.

Our Long and Medium courses venture into the exclusive 650ha Hilton College Private Game Reserve, offering a rare chance to run through pristine terrain inhabited by warthog, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and six species of buck. The route drops into the uMngeni Valley before rising back onto the plateau, where aloes line the climb and the river stretches out below.

The Short course winds through peaceful pine plantations — cool, calm, and perfectly suited to those wanting a gentler but scenic outing. Across all distances, the combination of dirt roads and flowing singletrack keeps the running fun, varied, and immersive.

A beautiful mix of views, wildlife, and diverse terrain makes this a standout Midlands trail experience.
Hilton College Trail Run 2026
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Reviews

5.0 (20 reviews)
J

Jane J Bain

Did the Medium Course in 2026
5.0

Fabulous well marked 12k trail and great organization at start and finish. Race Connect reminders sent out prior to the race should include race start time !

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Lee-Ann Smith

Did the Short Course in 2026 Attended
5.0

Was my first time, it was incredible, the atmosphere was amazing and the peaceful views were wonderful. I really enjoyed the morning and the trail. Look forward to my next one.

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Patricia Zarrebini

Did the Medium Course in 2026 Attended
5.0

It was a incredible experience and will definitely join next year again 🙏

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