Rocky Bay Trail Run

23 August 2026

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Join us at Rocky Bay Resorts, just south of Scottburgh, for one of KZN Trail Running’s most loved events!

The Rocky Bay Trail offers fast-flowing, non-technical trails that wind through rolling sugarcane fields and scenic hills, all with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. It’s the perfect setting to enjoy an unforgettable day on the trails, whether you’re running, jogging, or simply taking in the coastal scenery.

Designed to suit all ages and fitness levels, the trails are beginner-friendly while still offering an enjoyable experience for more experienced trail runners. It’s the perfect opportunity to introduce friends and family to trail running or take your first steps off the road.

Why not make a weekend of it? Stay in one of the comfortable log cabins or pitch your tent at Rocky Bay Resorts’ highly rated campsite, and wake up just moments from the start line for the ultimate trail running getaway.

OPENING SPECIAL NOW AVAILABLE

SPECIAL CLOSES TUESDAY, 14 JULY 2026

Courses

All courses at the Rocky Bay Trail Run start and finish right next to the ocean, quickly leaving the beach behind to explore rolling farmland, sugar cane hills and pockets of coastal forest. Expect runnable terrain, honest climbs and the kind of views that make you forget about your watch.

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲
A friendly out-and-back that offers a perfect introduction to trail running. The route follows farm roads through rolling sugar cane fields before dipping into a cool forest section, then turning back toward the sea. Relaxed, scenic and great for a fast effort or first-timers.
 
𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲
After meandering through farmland, this route steps things up with a punchy 3km climb starting around the 4km mark. Big hilltop views, a pass by an agricultural dam and flowing stretches of coastal forest reward the effort before the route turns home toward the race village.
 
𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲
The full Rocky Bay experience. Long course runners split at the Mzimayi River before climbing 100m over 2km into the southern hills. From the highest point on the route, expansive ocean views open up before the trail winds back through forest and farmland, linking with the medium course for the final run-in to the finish.
 
Long Course
Medium Course
Short Course
Route Map:
Download file: KZNTR-Rocky-Bay-Trail-Run-Long-Course.gpx
Start Time
07:00 AM
Distance
19 km
Elevation
412 m
Aid Stations
3 Stations

Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.

Route Map:
Download file: KZNTR-Rocky-Bay-Trail-Run-Medium-Course.gpx
Start Time
07:30 AM
Distance
12 km
Elevation
277 m
Aid Stations
2 Stations

Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.

Route Map:
Download file: KZNTR-Rocky-Bay-Trail-Run-Short-Course.gpx
Start Time
08:00 AM
Distance
6 km
Elevation
140 m
Aid Stations
1 Station

Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.

In Association With

Venue

Rocky Bay Resorts,
Scottburgh