Ultra Trail Drakensberg
South Africa
Ultra Trail Drakensberg is a trail race of 62 miles (100 km) in South Africa. The next edition is on Saturday, April 24, 2027. The race gives its climbing as 11,155 ft (3,400 m). It's a Western States 100 qualifier. Registration is open to all.
There are 2 other upcoming 50-mile and 100K races in South Africa. Ultra Trail Drakensberg climbs about 180 ft a mile (34 m per km), flatter than 75% of the 119 50-mile and 100K races listed with their climbing.
Questions about Ultra Trail Drakensberg
When is Ultra Trail Drakensberg 2027?
Ultra Trail Drakensberg 2027 is on Saturday, April 24, 2027.
Where is Ultra Trail Drakensberg?
Ultra Trail Drakensberg is held in South Africa.
How long is Ultra Trail Drakensberg?
Ultra Trail Drakensberg is 62 miles (100 km).
How much elevation gain does Ultra Trail Drakensberg have?
Ultra Trail Drakensberg has 11,155 ft (3,400 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
Is Ultra Trail Drakensberg a Western States qualifier?
Yes. Ultra Trail Drakensberg 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 Ultra Trail Drakensberg?
Ultra Trail Drakensberg has open registration.
How hilly is Ultra Trail Drakensberg?
Ultra Trail Drakensberg climbs about 180 ft a mile (34 m per km), flatter than 75% of the 119 50-mile and 100K races listed with their climbing.
What other 50-mile and 100K races are there in South Africa?
Other upcoming 50-mile and 100K races in South Africa are SkyRun (November 14, 2026) and Ultra Trail Cape Town (November 21, 2026).
Other races in South Africa
- SkyRun 100K · Nov 14, 2026
- Ultra Trail Cape Town 100K · Nov 21, 2026
- Karkloof 100 Mile · Sep 24, 2027
- Cape Town Marathon Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
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