Steyn City Ultra Trail
Joburg's Most Pristine Trail Run
12th July 2025
World-class Ultra Trail Experience
In the heart of johannesburg
Discover the thrill of trail running like never before as you explore the Steyn City’s expansive network of secure, scenic pathways. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply soaking in the beauty of nature, choose your perfect challenge with our 53km, 21km, and 7km route options. Experience the excitement, freedom, and world-class quality of a premier trail running event.
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7.5KM
Experience a breath-taking 7.5km race, accompanied by stunning views of the Steyn City Golf Course, Douw Steyn’s Palazzo, beautiful Steyn City art, and the Jikskei River. This is an opportunity you definitely won’t want to miss!
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21KM
If you enjoy pushing your limits, embark on a refreshing 21km route filled with delightful trails, stunning views, and the beautiful art of Steyn City spread throughout the course. It’s truly a visual treat!
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53KM
Embarking on a 53km challenge is a test of endurance in itself however doing it around the stunning landscapes of Steyn City is worth the challenge. Enjoy vistas of serene parks, vibrant neighbourhoods, and highlights like the Steyn City Golf Course, Douw Steyn’s Palazzo, beautiful art, the Jikskei River, and Equestrian facilities.
Be Part of History
Join us for the inaugural edition of the Steyn City Ultra Trail – a landmark event set to become a cornerstone of South Africa’s trail running calendar. This is more than a race; it’s an exclusive invitation to experience one of Johannesburg’s most prestigious trail events, set within the secure, scenic, and world-class surroundings of Steyn City Estate.
On offer are:
To host the most prestigious trail run in the country
- Exclusive access to the Steyn City Trails - navigate our meticulously designed courses reserved solely for event participants
- Professional timing - experience precision and reliability in race timing to accurately track your performance.
- Amazing entertainment at the Race Village
- Vibrant Hydration Stations: Stay energized with our well-stocked water points strategically placed along the course.
- Well stocked, vibrant water points
- Elite field - join a distinguished field of top tier athletes and trail running enthusiast
- Exciting prizes up for grabs
Programme
Registration and Start
- 5:30 am – Registration Open
- 6:15 am – 53KM Trail Run: Briefing
- 6:30 am – 53KM Trail run: Start
- 7.00 am – 21KM Trail run: Start
- 8:00 am – 7.5KM Trail run: Start
Expected First Runners in
- 7.5KM from 8:36 am
- 21KM from 8:55 am
- 53KM from 10:40 am
Last Runner and Cut-Off
- 53KM: 3:30 pm (8 hours)
Prize Giving
- Award Ceremony for (7,5KM & 21KM) 10:00 am
- Award Ceremony for (53KM) 11:30 am
What to Expect
Route profile for the 7.5KM
Experience a breathtaking 7KM race, accompanied by stunning views of the Steyn City Golf Course, Douw Steyn’s Palazzo, beautiful Steyn City art, and the Jikskei River. This is an opportunity you definitely won’t want to miss!
Route profile for the 21KM
If you enjoy pushing your limits, embark on a refreshing 21KM route filled with delightful trails, stunning views, and the beautiful art of Steyn City spread throughout the course. It’s truly a visual treat!
Route profile for the 53KM
Embarking on a 53km challenge is a test of endurance in itself however doing it around the stunning landscapes of Steyn City is worth the challenge.. Enjoy vistas of serene parks, vibrantneighborhoods, and highlights like the Steyn City Golf Course, Douw Steyn’s Palazzo, beautiful art, the Jikskei River, and equestrian facilities.
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