Kruger2Canyon Challenge
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Kruger2Canyon Challenge
The Kruger2Canyon Challenge is a two-day trail running and hiking event held in Kampersrus, near Hoedspruit in Limpopo, with the venue at Laerskool Mariepskop. Established in 2015, the route runs through the most northern reaches of the Drakensberg within the Kruger to Canyons Biosphere Reserve and includes sections around the Blyde River Canyon.
Day 1 focuses on Mariepskop and the Blyde River Canyon, described as the Mountain Day. Day 2 takes place in the bushveld at Moholoholo Mountain View, where wildlife such as buffalo, hippo, leopard and plains game may be present. A short 5km trail is offered on Day 1.
Stage race options and their daily breakdowns:
- 70 km: Day 1 – 42 km, 2300 m elev | Day 2 – 28 km, 410 m elev
- 44 km: Day 1 – 25 km, 1440 m elev | Day 2 – 19 km, 370 m elev
- 30 km: Day 1 – 16 km, 1080 m elev | Day 2 – 14 km, 280 m elev
- 20 km: Day 1 – 10.1 km, 550 m elev | Day 2 – 10 km, 230 m elev
The 20 km and 30 km options are explicitly noted as hiker friendly and hikers are welcomed. The event includes mountain and bushveld terrain, distinct elevation profiles per stage, and a mix of trail distances over two days. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.