Melville Koppies and Trailfund Project team up for September trail run
Trail runners looking for a challenge can take on the Melville Koppies 10km self-navigation run, with prizes, a lucky draw and free refreshments for finishers.
Melville Koppies is once again teaming up with Trailfund Project for a very special ‘self-navigation trailrun’ on September 13 and 20.
The nature reserve will receive a portion of the income that Trailfund Project receives. If you enter before August 31, you get a 50% discount on your ticket.
“This race tests your ability to navigate and handle technical trail terrain at your top speed,” said Trailfund Project organiser, Alex Weiss.
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“There is no set start time either; it’s you against the clock, and you can choose when to start.”
The organisers urge participants to start no later than 09:30 to be out of the nature reserve before it closes at 11:30.
The race begins at Fingers Crossed in Emmarentia and runners do an easy warm-up run before reaching Melville Koppies to run trails that are more technical and challenging.
Prizes will be awarded to the fastest man and fastest woman and there’s a lucky draw.
Every runner who completes the course and returns to Fingers Crossed is guaranteed a free hot beverage and goodie bag.
Find out more details on https://www.trailfundproject.co.za/event-details/melville-koppies-10-km-2026
