15/05/2026
WE ARE BACK!
COME CHASE THE TIDE AND EXPERIENCE AN ADVENTURE!
The legendary Pineapple Express Trail Run is back, bringing the heat as the Official Trail Run of the KZN South Coast returns in 2026.
Set for the 15th of August 2026, this iconic coastal event promises adrenaline, adventure, and unforgettable coastal views. Runners can take on three epic distances – 30km, 21km, and 12km – each packed with thrilling terrain and scenic beauty.
The Pineapple Express Trail Run is where wild coastal trails meet untamed beach adventures! Race along the beach from Ramsgate to the Wild Coast Sun, taking on trails, rocky points, flowing rivers and the formidable tides, this isn’t just a race — it’s a tropical trail-running experience like no other!
In an exciting partnership, the Wild Coast Sun steps in as the ultimate host, offering race registration, top-class accommodation, and a vibrant prize-giving experience in the dunes.
Get ready to chase the trail, feel the vibe, and be part of one of the most electrifying races on the KZN Trail calendar!
• Race date: Saturday, 15th August 2026.
• Registration: Wild Coast Sun, Mtunvuma Room, Friday the 14th August, 1pm to 6pm.
• Race starts: 30km – Ramsgate Beach/ 21km – Trafalgar Beach – 12km Glenmore Beach.
• Start Times:
Waver Warrior - 30km - 6:30am – Ramsgate Beach
Tide-Breaker – 21km – 7am – Trafalgar Beach
Coastal Cruz – 12km – 7:30am – Glenmore Beach
• ONLY Trail Run of its kind along the shores of the South African East Coast.
What your entry includes:
o An epic adventure!
o Loaded goodie bag
o Timed race with Race number.
o Emergency Medical Assistance on route.
o Event Safety Officer and Back up route support.
o Exciting Water Points on Route.
o Runner check-in points
o Race Sweepers.
o Awesome Race Finishers medal.
o Ice cold drinks and bar on the finish-line.
o Free entrance to Wild Waves for each runner!
o Golf special at the Wild Coast Sun for each entrant to play.
o R15 000 Cash Prize money for the Top 3 Winners in each race. (Male & Female)
o R10 000 in additional Lucky Draw prizes and give aways.
Race entries are open: https://entry.bactive.com/
• Early Bird Entries available from 14th May until 16th June.
• Standard entries open 17th June and close on the 22nd of July
• Late entries open 23rd July until Friday the 12th of August. (No Race apparel or Goodie bag)
