Dear Trail Runners and Walkers We are on a high after Drakensberg Northern Trail took place this past Saturday in KZN’s northern Drakensberg, and we are taking the vibe to the South Coast at Rocky Bay this coming Sunday for what promises to be another exciting gathering of the trail running community. With the distances …
Pick your goal race! – Check out the KZNTR Calendar Here. Dear Trail Runners and Walkers, This past weekend I ran the Addo 100 Miler in scorching conditions. I gave up several times during the race, swore I would never take on another one, lay down under a tree, cried, vomited. While all of that …
Why do we push our limits? Choose your own personal challenge! Read More »
Dear Trail Runners and Walkers, The first stirrings of excitement are brewing… Entries are open for the WILDSERIES Golden Gate Challenge, powered by KZN Trail Running! Taking place this October in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park in the Free State, this multi day staged event explores some of the country’s most beautiful mountain landscape; …
WILDSERIES Golden Gate Challenge Entries are OPEN! 48HR opening special! Read More »
Dear Trail Runners and Walkers, We’re looking forward to enjoying the final toasty stages of summer on the gorgeous coastal trails of Blythedale Coastal Estate. Taking place on Sunday 10th, the Blythedale Trail Run has proven more popular each time it is staged and we can’t say we’re surprised! It’s a trail event that has …
Most people don’t believe that I attended Hilton College. I am not quite sure why, but probably because it’s not the first thing I tell you! Maybe it’s the big beard (I used to sport) or the unkempt look, but whichever way it is Hilton College gives me and you great opportunities to explore the …
Sublime, secluded trails at Hilton College Estate and Nature Reserve Read More »
I hope you managed to get in some good trail adventures over the festive season. If you didn’t (and even if you did!) I hope you’re keen to experience what KZNTR has to offer in 2019. Check out www.kzntrailrunning.co.za for an update of 2019’s offerings. First up this year is one of our …
With 2019 just around the corner we have decided to personalize KZNTR mailers further by telling you our trail running story straight from the source. Lauren has written some inspiring stuff in the last two emails, while I ventured down the Wild Coast (Pondo Trail) again. It’s a part of our country I have …
Outdoors and nature loving families can look forward to some Christmas themed trail run fun on Saturday evening, the 8th of December at WESSA, uMngeni Valley Nature Reserve. What better way to celebrate the beginning of the holidays and get into the seasonal spirit than with a sunset trail adventure with friends and family?! …
Light-hearted Christmas family fun on the stunning WESSA trails! Read More »
Continuing the trend of providing adventures at the most appealing trail running venues in KZN, the final event in the Coastal Series takes place this weekend on Sunday 28th October at Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve. This surprising hidden gem in Durban is a trail enthusiasts paradise, offering an exciting network of stunning trails …
Get up close and personal with nature at Coastal Series Kenneth Stainbank Read More »
In May and June of next year the inaugural Pondo Trail will take place on the Wild Coast, starting in Port Edward and finishing in Port St Johns. An exclusive trail adventure-style experience, this event offers trail lovers a truly unique opportunity to experience the beauty and wilderness of an exceptionally special part of …
The Pondo Trail – Experience the Wild Coast as it should be Read More »
Since 2009 we've played a central role in the sport by providing a trail running calendar with all of KZN’s events. We host a number of events throughout the year ranging from 5km through to 160km (100 miles).
