Hebron Haven Trail Run
21 June 2026
- Date: Sunday, 21 June 2026
- Registration: 06:30 onwards
- Race Briefing: 15min before each race
- Race Types: Loop
- Venue: Hebron Haven Hotel, Dargle
- No pets
- Accommodation: Hebron Haven Hotel (click here)
- FAQs and T's and C's Here
Olde world charm at the Hebron Haven Trail Run
Following a memorable first outing, the Hebron Haven Trail Run returns to the scenic heart of the Midlands, hosted at the historic Hebron Haven Hotel. This country retreat oozes olde world charm, setting the stage for a trail experience rooted in both history and natural beauty.
The story of the land adds a unique layer to the experience. Under British rule, the property was granted to Carl Preller, who owned over 2,400 hectares in the area. Local lore tells of buried treasure hidden to protect it from being squandered — with whispers that some may have been uncovered during the construction of the Dargle Road. Whether myth or truth, the sense of mystery still lingers.
The routes wind through a diverse mix of plantations, towering forests, stretches along the uMngeni River, and around tranquil farm dams — offering a balanced and rewarding trail experience.
Accommodation is available at Hebron Haven for those wanting to fully embrace the countryside escape, and after the last event, their warm hospitality left a lasting impression on everyone involved.
A return to Hebron Haven means another opportunity to experience these landscapes in a setting that feels both relaxed and quietly adventurous.
Accommodation Available
Courses
Download file: KZNTR-Hebron-Haven-Trail-Run-Jun-2026-Long-Course-g.gpxCompulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.
The 17km route gives runners the full experience at the Hebron Haven Trail Run, linking together plantations, open farmland, mistbelt forest, farm dams and flowing riverside trails along the uMngeni River. The first few kilometres are easy running to warm up, before undulating consistently with some punchy climbs and exciting decsents, right through to the finish.
With around 560m of elevation gain, this is the one for participants looking for a proper morning out. Expect changing scenery, and spicy climb. Find your rhythm, pace yourself to the end and you will be rewarded! Not overly technical, but you need to concentrate for the rocky and sometimes muddy riverside sections.
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Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.
The 10km route at the Hebron Haven Trail Run also starts out easy and runnable, but don't fall into the trap of going out too fast! It starts to undulate from 3km in, right through to the finish. Offering a solid mix of what makes the area special - quiet plantation and forest edges, farm dams and open views across the surrounding farmland.
With around 320m of elevation gain, this course has enough bite to feel rewarding, but also a few climbs that will ask you to shift gears. Some rocky and sometimes muddy riverside sections, but a great option for participants who want to up their distance.
Download file: KZNTR-Hebron-Haven-Trail-Run-Jun-2026-Short-Course-g.gpx
Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.
A tale of two halves, the 5km at the Hebron Haven Trail Run lulls you into a sense of security, following the river and weaving through plantations, forests and lush farmlands. But the second half bites with a big climb and then undulates to the finish, with around 200m of elevation gain, so keep something in the tank to finish strong!
A great trail for novices and families, or anyone looking for a shorter trail fix with some proper Midlands flavour.
