Mountain Ultra Trail
This route is used for the annual Mountain Ultra Trail 60km trail run which is one of the biggest trail races in George that takes place in the last weekend of June.
You start at the Witfontein Forestry Station and take you through various trails and landmarks like Cradock Pass, Pass to Pass, Campherskloof, Tierkop & Tonnelbos.
The route circumnavigates Cradock and George peaks and ends again at the Witfontein Forestry Station.
More info about the race at their website.
The weather can be unpredictable at an altitude of more than 800m, even with sunny forecasts, so please make sure you have all the necessary compulsory gear. An extra warm top or base layer is advisable.
How to get there
The route starts at the Witfontein forestry station at Cape Nature’s Outeniqua Nature Reserve
Take the N12 to Oudtshoorn (towards the Outeniqua Pass). Just outside George (800m from the traffic circle at the Engen Eco Stop) turn right at the Montagu Pass / Outeniqua sign. Shortly after turning here turn right again into the Witfontein Forestry plantation. Sign in at the boom gate. Entry is free.
Cape Nature Contact Centre: 087 087 8250
Outeniqua Nature Reserve General information
Office hours: 07:30–16:00
Tel: 087 087 4151
| Start Coordinates (DD) | -33.936516, 22.426600 |
| Start/Finish | Witfontein forestry station / Outeniqua Nature Reserve. |
| Distance | ± 60 km |
| Elevation Gain | ± 2900 m |
| Perceived Exertion | Very hard |
| Trail System | Outeniqua |
| Surface | Single track |
| Route Markers | None Yes: on race day |
| GPX Map | Download GPX file for self-navigation on your GPS device or smart phone. |
ESTIMATED TIME
| Trail Running | ± 6 h – 15 h |
FACILITIES AT THE START
- Parking
- Water / tap
- Restrooms
LAND OWNERS & MANAGERS
