Addo Elephant Trail Run

Trail Running covering 43.9 km to 161.2 km in Addo (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

Location

Addo, Eastern Cape, South AfricaShow on map(33.5267° S, 25.7117° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

First edition2005

Elevation gainUp to +6,126 m

Addo Elephant Trail Run is an endurance sporting event in Addo, Eastern Cape, ZA focused on Trail Running. First held in 2005, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Forest, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 100 Mile (161.2 km, +6,126 m D+), 76 Km (76.6 km, +2,911 m D+), and 44 Km (43.9 km, +1,668 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (addo.run).

Official website

Addo Elephant Trail Run in Addo (Work: "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)", Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)" · Photo: **Dan Gold danielcgold** · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Mountain Forest Multi-Day

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
100 Mile	Trail Running	161.2 km	+6,126 m	620 m - 3,193 m	Loop course	Route & profile
76 Km	Trail Running	76.6 km	+2,911 m	623 m - 1,846 m	Loop course	Route & profile
44 Km	Trail Running	43.9 km	+1,668 m	626 m - 1,327 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

161.2 km

Elevation gain

+6,126 m D+

Elevation loss

-6,126 m D-

Altitude range

620 m - 3,193 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

7.6 % / 13.7 %

Course format

Loop course

161.2 km+6,126 m D+Peak 3,193 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 3,193 m above sea level (+6,126 m D+, -6,126 m D-)

Peak: 3,193 m·at 52.3 km·Ø 7.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Addo Elephant Trail Run take place?

Addo Elephant Trail Run takes place in Addo, Eastern Cape, ZA (start area at coordinates 33.5267° S, 25.7117° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Addo Elephant Trail Run?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 100 Mile (161.2 km, +6,126 m D+), 76 Km (76.6 km, +2,911 m D+), and 44 Km (43.9 km, +1,668 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Addo Elephant Trail Run?

The main competition (100 Mile over 161.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,126 m of elevation gain and -6,126 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 3,193 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Addo Elephant Trail Run?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (addo.run).