Harrismith Mountain Race

Harrismith Mountain Race Challenge yourself & become a part of history in the making at the Harrismith Mountain Race! The views are great & the spirit even more so!

Its the oldest trail run in South Africa with a 676m steep, technical ascent & quad numbing, zig-zag

https://www.entryninja.com/events/82057-harrismith-mountain-race It is the oldest trail run in South Africa & has been run by great athletes like Wally Hayward, Bruce Fordyce, Lucky Mia, Marette Filmalter, Annalie Pieterse & many more! The 15km route has a steep, technical ascent of 676m up One-ma

n's Pass, a run along the top of Platberg Mountain, followed by a decent of Zigzag Pass which will turn your thighs to jelly if the ascent didn't! You will be very proud to have "Beat the Mountain" when you cross the finish & receive your medal! More details on the route can be found on our website. We can be found on Twitter

22/05/2026

ARE YOU READY FOR THE TOUGHEST? 🏔️

The historic Harrismith Mountain Race is back for 2026! Established in 1922, this legendary event challenges you to conquer the rugged slopes of Platberg Mountain in the Free State.

Whether you’re hunting a grueling peak performance or looking for a scenic mountain challenge, we’ve got a distance for you:
- 30km Trail Run
- 15km Mountain Race
- 10km Mini Mountain

Save the Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026
Venue: Harrismith Primary School

Head over to the link below to secure your entry!⚡

https://harrismithmarathonclub.co.za/elementor-19/

Tag your running crew and let us know in the comments which distance you're tackling this year?

20/05/2026

One-word to describe the Harrismith Mountain Race.

Today's view: Harrismith Mountain Race 30km route.
05/05/2026

Today's view: Harrismith Mountain Race 30km route.

The view on the Harrismith Mountain Race 15km route (if it's not a misty day). Thank you to our sponsors: , , , Crown...
04/05/2026

The view on the Harrismith Mountain Race 15km route (if it's not a misty day). Thank you to our sponsors: , , , Crown Bag, Harrismith Panelbeaters.

Entries open 1 May 2026.
30/04/2026

Entries open 1 May 2026.

Accommodation available at for race weekend - 17 October 2026.
29/04/2026

Accommodation available at for race weekend - 17 October 2026.

The 15km & 30km route take athletes on a descent down Zig-zag Pass. Entries open on Entry Ninja 1 May 2026. Race date: 1...
28/04/2026

The 15km & 30km route take athletes on a descent down Zig-zag Pass. Entries open on Entry Ninja 1 May 2026. Race date: 17 October 2026.

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International Runner's World editors share their training tweaks, recovery habits, and mindset shifts to help with your planning for 2026.

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Harrismith Primary School, Cnr Southey & Greyling Street
Harrismith
9880

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+27718955562

Website

https://www.entryninja.com/events/80417-harrismith-mountain-race?utm_source=tr

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