If you love the sound of crunching gravel, the smell of mountain air, and the thrill of pushing your limits, then the Cape Crusade Trail Run is your kind of adventure. Elgin Valley’s premium multi-day trail running event promises three days of stunning single-track through the rugged Hottentots Holland Mountains.
This fully supported stage race combines nature, endurance, and serious fun. Whether you’re in it for the challenge or the camaraderie, you’ll leave with stories worth sharing.
🏃♂️ Choose Your Distance
You don’t need to be an ultra-runner to join:
- Cape Crusade: 20 km/day of varied mountain trails and technical terrain
- Cape Cruise: 10 km/day of non-technical routes, perfect for first-timers
📍 The Route
- Day 1: Start at the vibrant Elgin Railway Market and run to Grabouw Country Club
- Day 2: Explore a loop of the Grabouw mountains
- Day 3: Finish strong on the journey back to Knorhoek, Somerset West
Each day offers fully stocked water points, stunning scenery, and a balance of jeep tracks, rocky sections, and flowing single-track.
🏕️ What’s Included
- Luxury tented accommodation
- All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner (think 5-star, not campfire beans)
- Secure parking at Knorhoek
- Transport to the start line
- Event merchandise
- Medical and logistics support
- Saturday night party and finish line vibes
👟 Team Up or Go Solo
You can run:
- Solo
- In teams of two (Open Men, Open Women, or Mixed)
🧳 Pack the Essentials
Bring trail gear, warm clothes, swimwear, sunscreen, and your weekend gees. A full list is available on the official Cape Crusade website.
This is more than just a race—it’s a journey through one of the Western Cape’s most spectacular landscapes. Whether you’re chasing a podium finish or cheering from the race village, the Cape Crusade Trail Run promises an unforgettable long weekend.
📅 2–4 May 2025
📍 Elgin Railway Market to Knorhoek, Somerset West
