Montagu Bicycle Trails

Events

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#1 MONTAGU TRAILS
31 May 2026

Hit the trails with Makadas Adventures on 31 May for a fun morning out on Montagu Trails. Choose between a 5km, 10km or 15km Fun & Trail Run.

Entries available on EntryNinja.

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#2 SHEPHERDS FOUNTAIN
28 June 2026

Event #2 is hosted by Shepherd’s Fountain just outside of Montagu off the R62. The trails have been coming since 2006 and is stunningly laid out to have 360 degree views of the area and magnificent views of the Langeberge.

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#3 RUMALI TRAIL RUN
12 July 2026

The third event in the series is hosted by Rumali Farm Cottages and this event marks the debut of our very first trail, which began taking shape in April this year. Expect a mix of fun technical sections, rocky terrain and fast-flowing single track in the heart of the mountain-where the nimble klipspringer calls home.

Cogmans Trail Run
18 July 2026

Arguably the Western Cape’s best-kept secret is the Montagu Trails Network. Technical trail with towering ascents and fast downs makes this winter race yours. We take you around the Montagu bowl surrounding the town summiting the Aasvoëlkrans Peak, Cogmans Peak, and then the beastly Bloupunt Peak at 1266m.

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#4 DRIE KUILEN NATURE RESERVE
26 July 2026

Event #4 is hosted by Drie Kuilen Nature Reserve. This is going to be a huge highlight in the series as you run animal trails that has been manicured for running and hiking. You will see gemsbuck, eland, zebra and much more.

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#5 GECKO ROCK
16 August 2026

Event #5 is hosted Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve. Gecko Rock is well known as an adventure get away, with many different cycling and hiking trails as well as rock climbing and 4×4 routes. Gecko Rock is also known for pristine Karoo vegetation that has been restored since no farming in 25 years done here, just wildlife moving through.

Montagu Trail Festival / Nyati-x
21 - 23 august 2026

Hailed as the biggest trail running event hosted in the heart of Montagu, this multi-day stage race is a festival designed for the whole family.

It’s a jam-packed weekend of gorgeous views and beautiful fast flowing single-track with bolt-on trail-based activities for everyone.

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#6 AFRICAN GAME LODGE
30 August 2026

Slagkloof trail, a beautifully cut trail through a narrow kloof. This is the grand finale of the trail run series and we kick it off at the Lodge. Running through a game farm with eland, kudu, gemsbuck, giraffe and many smaller game, NOT TO BE MISSED!

Karoo Poison
5 September 2026

It’s that time of year again!

Everyone’s busy planning ahead for 2026 — make sure your calendars are up to date!

And don’t forget — you don’t want to miss the fun at our Karoo Poison 2026 event happening on 5 September 2026!

The Hills Challenge
17 October 2026

Save the date:

HILLS CHALLENGE 2026

17 October 2026

Cape Classic 380
23 - 25 October 2026

Challenging, Superbly Organised Fun
3 days of spring road cycling
342km of protected peloton riding for the entire event
Limited to an exclusive 100 riders

Events

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#1 MONTAGU TRAILS
31 May 2026

Makadas Adventures Fun Run
#2 SHEPHERDS FOUNTAIN
28 June 2026