uMngeni River Run
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uMngeni River Run at Faulklands Farm
The uMngeni River Run is the 14th edition of a trail running event held in the uMngeni Valley on Faulklands Farm, Pietermaritzburg, on 16 August 2026. The event follows loop courses that traverse open farmland, acacia-dotted grasslands, valley bushveld and sections alongside the uMngeni River. Routes combine dirt roads, jeep tracks, flowing singletrack and river crossings.
As trails descend from the valley rim toward the river, runners pass rolling hills, cliffs and views toward PMB Table Mountain. The area supports notable birdlife and varied terrain that changes between exposed farmland and more rugged valley vegetation.
Distances offered
- 50 km
- 36 km
- 24 km
- 11 km
- 5 km
Course specifics include reported elevation gain and aid station counts: the 50 km course lists about 2088 m elevation and four aid stations, the 36 km about 1583 m and four aid stations, the 24 km about 1000 m and three aid stations, the 11 km about 457 m and two aid stations, and the 5 km about 114 m and one aid station. The longer courses list compulsory kit requirements such as a cellphone, minimum hydration capacity, emergency nutrition, emergency blanket, torch, whistle and basic first aid; shorter courses note no compulsory kit. Routes and aid stations are subject to change. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
