Get ready for the 2023 edition of the most popular trail running event in Mpumalanga. Indulge in the incredible beauty of the trails in the Highland Gate Golf Estate and the great vibe of the race village overlooking the valley. 

Nestled in the Steenkampsberg mountain range near Dullstroom, 

the Higland Gate Golf & Trout Estate offers stunning trail running in pristine nature. 

Crystal clear streams, trout dams, spectacular views and lovely trails will give trail runners a true trail running experience. Make this weekend for the whole family!

Event Details 

Venue: 

Highland Gate Golf & Trout Estate, Dullstroom 

Distances & Entry Fees:

Please note that we have many walkers on the 6km route so the 6km race will start first to minimise congestion on the trails in the river forest section.

Waterpoints:

2 x Water points for the 17km run (water, coke and light snacks)

1 x Water point for the 11km (water and coke)

1 x water point on the 6km run (water and coke)

There will have a hydration zone for all at the finish.

Registration Times:

Absolutely no late entries will be accepted on race morning. Pre-entries only!

Registrations are from 06:00am - 07:00am

Registration Venue:
The Highland Gate Club House is the race venue and registrations will be at the club house.

Substitutions and entry changes:
Substitutions and changes are allowed on race morning but no new entries.

Prize-giving:

Prize-giving will be shortly after the top three male and female runners of all three distances have 

crossed the finish line. 

Medals:

Medals to all finishers

In the Race Village:
Once you have registered and have you timing tag, please move out of the building to the lawn area where you will await your turn to enter the start area at the specified time.

Race Briefings:

5mins Before the start of each distance.

Food and drinks:
The venue will be selling coffee, tea and fruits before the race start and cooldrinks, beer, pancakes, fries, chicken prego rolls and boerie rolls after the race.