The 27.5km trail route starts at Bredasdorp Sport Grounds on the field. As you exit the grounds, take a left onto the road towards the Golf Club, pass the driving range before turning right onto a jeep track, through bushes and a culvert. On the other side turn left onto a single track.

At the 3km mark the 13km athletes turn off to the right, make sure to follow the correct route. Cross a small bridge and continue along the track until it transforms back into a jeep track. At the 5.6km mark, you’ll start a 2km climb towards the mountain, ascending about of 260m.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery surrounded by fynbos as you ascend. Once at the top, soak in the stunning views of Struisbaai and the Southernmost Tip of Africa. The thirst water table will be at the 10.7km mark. Continue running along the southern side of the mountain until you reach the 15km mark, then turn back towards Bredasdorp. At the 16km mark, you’ll hit the highest part of the route, followed by a thrilling 1km downhill stretch. Turn left when you reach the ‘Bredasdorp’ sign. This section is technical and challenging until you reach the 21km mark.

Along the way, you’ll pass the gorge known as the Needle Eye, streams, and more fynbos. After the single-track section, the route joins the 13.5km trailrun route. Descending on a single track down to the entrance to Bredasdorp, you’ll merge with runners from all other race distances. Here is another water table. The adventure finishes with a 2km stretch through Bredasdorp along Long Street, past the church, and back to the Bredasdorp Sports Grounds.

Total elevation: 780m

First waterpoint at 10.7km

Second waterpoint on tar road at 25.5km