Tala Trail Run
22 March 2026
Prepare for an unforgettable trail running experience in KwaZulu-Natal at the Tala Trail Run, hosted in the spectacular Tala Game Reserve. Spanning over 3,000 hectares, this iconic KZN trail run takes participants through a diverse mix of terrain, from rolling grasslands to classic bushveld landscapes.
The Tala Trail Run is renowned for its exceptional wildlife and birdlife, with more than 380 bird species recorded within the reserve. Along the route, runners may encounter kudu, giraffe, eland and hippo, while open plains and scenic dams are home to over 20 antelope species, including oribi, bushbuck and reedbuck, as well as rhino and blue wildebeest.
Conveniently located between Pietermaritzburg and Durban, this trail running race near Durban offers the perfect escape into nature. Whether you’re chasing a strong performance or a memorable outdoor adventure, the Tala Trail Run delivers one of the most scenic and rewarding trail runs in KZN.
- Date: Sunday, 22 March 2026
- Registration: 05:30am onwards
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Gate Fees:
Runners do not pay gate fees
Spectators - Race Briefing: 15min before each race
- Race Types: Loop
- Venue: Tala Collection Game Reserve, Camperdown
- No pets
- FAQs and T's and C's Here
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Courses
Download file: KZNTR-Tala-Trail-Run-Extended-Course.gpx
Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.
Download file: KZNTR-Tala-Trail-Run-Long-Course.gpx
Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.
Download file: KZNTR-Tala-Trail-Run-Medium-Course.gpx
Compulsory Kit: There is no compulsory kit requirements for this race. Courses are subject to change.
Download file: KZNTR-Tala-Trail-Run-Short-Course-.gpx
