Looking for a fun weekend of trail running.
We love supporting our community and especially when they organise exciting things that are close to our hearts, just like this trail run in Rocklands from the 27-29 March 2026.
Rocklands, also known as Agter Pakhuis, is a mecca for bouldering. It’s trails, while lesser known than those around Algeria and Kromrivier, are full of rugged Cederberg magic. Hosted at Rocklands Basecamp, the weekend will begin on the Friday evening with a chilled run to shake out the drive. Running across the rocky plateau in the valley to take a dip in the waterfall before returning to camp for boerie rolls cooked on the fire by Rocklands locals Elzaan and Annalise, who are pillars of the local community.
The big run is on Saturday, with an early wakeup for some hot Coffee and oats before taking on the weekends long run. Don’t be nervous, there are 3 different distanced, catering for all abilities. Pick between the 37km, 25km and 12km route options.
The 37km loop takes the donkey track to Heuningvlei before heading down Krakadouw Pass towards Boskloof, turning before we reach Boskloof valley to take a long climb back up to Pakhuis Pass. Meanwhile the 12km and 25km route both do the Perdefontein loop, while the 25km will continue onto the Pakhuis Pass loop.
The Cederberg is wild, so we recommend that our runners run in groups. We will provide GPX files, and emergency back up. Pack plenty of snacks and hydration, medical kits, suncream and rain jackets, prepare for a big day out and get ready to explore the wild beauty of the Northern Cederberg. All routes will begin and end at Pakhuis Pass and will be on CapeNature land. Permits will be organised for runners.
After the long run, those that want to, can walk to the river for a swim. Alternatively you can chill in the communal area in front of the wood burner at Basecamp enjoying some snacks and cold beer. When the last runners come home, there will be a potjie and roesterbrood for dinner, followed by some light-hearted prizes. The prizes will have nothing to do with your speed on the trails, and are all about the gees!
On Sunday, you will wake up to a light breakfast before stretching out the sore muscles with a yoga session, followed by a 12km run, swim and lunch at Travellers’ Rest, if you want some extra kms, run from Basecamp for an extra challenge!
Expect a fun weekend of long runs, cold swims, beers and lekker prizes. Don’t miss out! Sign up here:
The price for the weekend is R2500 including all of your meals.
Special offer, sign up on or before Sunday 8th March and get 10% off, and be entered into a prize draw.
Keep an eye on Rocklands Basecamp’s Instagram page for updates.