Karkloof
· starts 5:00 AM
Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Karkloof is a trail race of 100 miles (161 km) in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The next edition is on Friday, September 24, 2027, starting at 5:00 AM. The race gives its climbing as 9,022 ft (2,750 m). It's a Western States 100 qualifier. Registration is open to all. The field is about 200 runners.
No other upcoming 100-mile races in South Africa are listed. Karkloof climbs about 90 ft a mile (17 m per km), flatter than 75% of the 142 100-mile races listed with their climbing.
Questions about Karkloof
When is Karkloof 2027?
Karkloof 2027 is on Friday, September 24, 2027, starting at 5:00 AM local time.
Where is Karkloof?
Karkloof is held in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
How long is Karkloof?
Karkloof is 100 miles (161 km).
How much elevation gain does Karkloof have?
Karkloof has 9,022 ft (2,750 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
Is Karkloof a Western States qualifier?
Yes. Karkloof is on the Western States 100's list of qualifying races. Check wser.org for the qualifying standard and years.
How do you get into Karkloof?
Karkloof has open registration.
What is the weather usually like at Karkloof?
Around Karkloof's date, the day's high is typically about 72°F (22°C) and the low about 49°F (9°C), averaged over recent years.
How hilly is Karkloof?
Karkloof climbs about 90 ft a mile (17 m per km), flatter than 75% of the 142 100-mile races listed with their climbing.
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