Table Mountain Trail Run 2026

KZN’s very own Table Mountain awaits.

Rising above Pietermaritzburg, this iconic trail run challenges runners to earn their views as every route climbs to the summit, where breathtaking panoramas stretch across the city and the surrounding Midlands. The ascent is rewarded with a true mountaintop experience and a sense of achievement that few trail runs can match.

The trails remain wonderfully authentic, following cattle paths, rugged single-track, and untamed mountain terrain that will test both your legs and your trail-running skills. Every step feels like an adventure through a landscape that has changed little over generations.

Steeped in history and local folklore, Table Mountain is home to tales of giant serpents, legendary cannibals, and long-forgotten stories passed down through the surrounding communities. Normally inaccessible to the public, these remarkable trails open for just one day each year, offering a rare opportunity to explore one of KwaZulu-Natal’s most iconic mountains.