The Big Five Marathon

Trail Running covering 21.1 km to 42.2 km with up to 1,050 m D+ in Mookgopong (Limpopo, South Africa)

Location

Mookgopong, Limpopo Provinz, South AfricaShow on map(24.5037° S, 28.7140° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,050 m

The Big Five Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Mookgopong, Limpopo Provinz, ZA focused on Trail Running. Key features include Culture & History, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,050 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +802 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 (big-five-marathon.com).

Official website

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Event characteristics

Culture & History Nature & Off-Road Mountain

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Trail Running	42.2 km	+1,050 m	620 m - 1,061 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Trail Running	21.1 km	+802 m	623 m - 960 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+1,050 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,050 m D-

Altitude range

620 m - 1,061 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5 % / 9 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+1,050 m D+Peak 1,061 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,061 m above sea level (+1,050 m D+, -1,050 m D-)

Peak: 1,061 m·at 26.1 km·Ø 5 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Big Five Marathon take place?

The Big Five Marathon takes place in Mookgopong, Limpopo Provinz, ZA (start area at coordinates 24.5037° S, 28.714° 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 The Big Five Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,050 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +802 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Big Five Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,050 m of elevation gain and -1,050 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,061 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 The Big Five Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (big-five-marathon.com).