Step off the beaten path and into a weekend built for adventure, connection, and community. Rocky Road Weekend is more than just a running and hiking event — it’s an opportunity to challenge yourself, explore breathtaking trails in the Hex River Valley Mountains, and share the journey with others who love the outdoors as much as you do.
From sunrise runs to sunset laughter, this is a space where nature, movement, and people come together.
Whether you’re chasing your personal best, enjoying the trails at your own pace, or simply looking for a weekend away surrounded by mountains and good company, Rocky Road Weekend is the place for you.
​Join us for three days of trails, fresh air, and unforgettable memories.  Adventure is always better when shared.
Rocky Road is a unique weekend adventure, forcing roadies to slow down and enjoy the trails, and trail goats to test their speed limits on the road. As the name suggests, it includes both technical rocky mountain trails and easy flat road. 

WEEKEND PACKAGES
WEEKEND PACKAGES ARE LIMITED TO 50 PEOPLE ONLY​

5KM   |   17MK OR 10KM​   |   10KM

WEEKEND WARRIOR (/PERSON SHARING)
EARLY BIRD - R3600 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R4000
WEEKEND WARRIOR (/PERSON NOT SHARING)
EARLY BIRD - R4200 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R4600
INCLUDED (2 persons/tent):
  • Glamping  tent (2 single beds, bed linen, extra blanket, 2 chairs, 1 bedside table, electrical outlet, small table lamp)
  • Friday evening dinner, Saturday morning small breakfast, Saturday evening dinner, Sunday morning small breakfast
  • 3 well-marked routes 
    • Friday 5km night trail
    • Saturday 17km mountain trail OR 10km "veld" trail
    • Sunday 10km easy road route​
  • 2 waterpoints on Saturday and Sunday
  • Amazing Race merchandise and Goodie bag 
  • Permits​, Sweepers, marshals, medics
  • ​Saturday snacks at the finish
  • ​Saturday Farmers Market
  • Saturday evening spit braai
  • Transport back to race village on Sunday

5KM   |   17KM OR 10KM    |   10KM  

WEEKEND WARRIOR
(NO ACCOMMODATION)
EARLY BIRD - R1200 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R1600
INCLUDED
  • Friday evening dinner, Saturday morning small breakfast, Saturday evening dinner, Sunday morning small breakfast
  • 3 well-marked routes 
    • Friday 5km night trail
    • Saturday 17km mountain trail OR 10km "veld" trail
    • Sunday 10km easy road route
  • 2 waterpoints on Saturday and Sunday
  • Amazing Race merchandise and Goodie bag (to the first 50 entries) 
  • Permits​, Sweepers, marshals, medics
  • ​Saturday snacks at the finish
  • ​Saturday Farmers Market
  • Saturday evening spit braai
  • Transport back to race village on Sunday
WEEKEND SUPPORTER (/PERSON SHARING)
EARLY BIRD - R2600 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R3000
WEEKEND SUPPORTER (/PERSON NOT SHARING)
EARLY BIRD - R3000 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R3400
INCLUDED:​
  • Glamping  tent (2 single beds, bed linen, extra blanket, 2 chairs, 1 bedside table, electrical outlet, small table lamp)
  • ​Friday 5km night trail
  • Friday evening dinner, Saturday morning small breakfast, Saturday evening dinner, Sunday morning small breakfast
  • ​Saturday Farmers Market
  • Saturday evening spit braai​ ​​
ONE DAY ONLY
ONE HIT WONDER (NIGHT OWL) (FRIDAY EVENING ONLY)
EARLY BIRD - R150 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R200
INCLUDED:
  • ​5km trail (farm roads, single track, mountain trails)​
  • Permits​, Sweepers, marshals
  • ​Friday evening dinner 
  • REMEMBERR TO BRING YOUR OWN HEADLIGHT
ONE HIT WONDER (TRAIL GOAT) (SATURDAY ONLY)
EARLY BIRD - R400 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R500
INCLUDED:​​
  • 17km mountain trail OR  10km "veld" trail
  • hot showers
  • 2 waterpoints​
  • Permits​, Sweepers, marshals, medics
  • ​Saturday Farmers Market
  • Goodie bag to the first 50 entrants
ONE HIT WONDER (ROADIE) (SUNDAY ONLY)
EARLY BIRD - R200 (Until 31 December 2025)
FROM 01 JANUARY 2026 - R300
INCLUDED:​​
  • 10km easy cement route
  • 2 waterpoints​
  • Permits​, Sweepers, marshals, medics​
  • ​Transport back to race village
SATURDAY EVENING SPIT BRAAI ONLY - R500/person

ROUTE INFORMATION

Winding through the rugged beauty of the Klipheuwel Farm landscape, the trails offer a little bit of everything — and a lot of character. From flowing jeep tracks that weave through the vineyards to steep mountain ascents and technical descents that test your focus, every section brings a new rhythm. Runners and hikers alike will experience soft river sand underfoot, rocky ridgelines, and the occasional stretch of cement strip to catch your breath.
It’s a course built for exploration — raw, scenic, and ever-changing — where every climb and turn reminds you why the adventure begins where the road gets rocky.
Friday Night Run/Hike

THE DADA DASH

This 5km circle route can be a fast run for the experienced runner or a lovely stroll for the average hiker looking to get out of the hustle and bustle of city life. 3kms of farm road and 2kms mountain single track.
Saturday Mountain Adventure

TAWARA TRAIL (17KM) OR KELEBONE CATTLE TRAIL (10KM)

​ Tawara Trail 
The Tawara trail is the most challenging of the Klipheuwel Farm trails.  With two steep climbs you can expect this trail to take an average of 5 - 6 hours to hike (with regular photo breaks) and 2.5 - 3.5 hours for the average trail runner.
Kelebone Cattle Trail
Easy 10km trail, with farm roads, single tracks, cement strips,  river sand and the possibility of spotting the beautiful, but aloof, Nguni cattle that call this "kloof" home. This trail is perfect for the less experienced runner or hiker, with no technical ascents or descents.
Sunday Deload

ROAD LESS ROCKY

A winding path of cement strips lead runners through the gentle curves of the Sandriftkloof, where silence meets the engineering genius of the Roode Elsbergdam. It’s a trail of rhythm and reflection — the kind that reminds you why you love the open road.
The ease of road with the beauty of trail.
ROUTE PROFILES TBC
WHAT TO BRING:
  • Headlight for the night run
  • Trail Running Shoes / Hiking boots (comfortable shoes with good grip)
  • Road shoes (comfortable, preferably not "plakkies")
  • Sensible clothing
  • Sunscreen  and lip ice
  • Hydration pack, water bottle, soft flask (no need to bring water, Klipheuwel Farm has some of the freshest and cleanest water available. Yes, it has been tested.)
  • Personal medication
  • Cash / Card for bar and farmers market
  • ​Swimming towel and/or Shower towel
  • Enthusiasm and wanderlust
RACE RULES:
1. Follow the designated route only. 
2. Obey all instructions from marshals..
3. You are required to be self-sufficient with water and nutrition – the mountain can be extremely dry.
4. Equipment/Gear – you will need the appropriate gear for the weather on the day. A warm jacket, hat and sunscreen is compulsory.
5. Keep in mind that you are responsible for your own well – being on the trail. Be mindful of your condition and only do what your body allows. 
6. Absolutely no litter will be tolerated. You can help by picking up any dropped items.
7. Respect Animals – Do not disturb, harass or feed wildlife.
8. Please do not pick wild flowers or stack rocks.
                   TAKE NOTHING BUT MEMORIES; LEAVE NOTHING BUT FOOTPRINTS.
9. By entering, participants indicate acceptance of the rules of the Rocky Road Trail. 
10. Note – Cut off times to be advised for safety reasons.
11. There will be no refunds after 28 February 2026.
12. Strictly NO dogs. 

RACE VILLAGE @ KLIPHEUWEL FARM

Klipheuwel Farm is situated within the Hex River Valley in Sandhills. Surrounded by the majestic Hex River Mountains. The area’s vineyards are well known for their annual show of spectacularly bright and varied autumn colours. This creates the perfect backdrop to our race village for the weekend. 
CONTACT Mara le Roux @ 0828214600 for more accommodation options.