Mountain Challenge Series

Last chance to enter JMC for this Saturday, 02 May! https://wildrunner.howler.co.za/jonkershoekmountainchallenge2026

Entries closing soon. But if you fancy a more sedate jaunt around the mountains, we're still looking for one sweeper for the very popular 21km! Let us know if you are keen - [email protected] or whatsapp us on 072 438 3242.

Time to lace up 👟, fuel up 🍔, grab some warm gear 🥶 and meet us in the mountains! 😎



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MTO Trails - Jonkershoek members and fellow trail users, please see below MTO trails that will be used for the 15th Jonkershoek Mountain Challenge this coming Sat, 2 May! ⛰️

The race trail markers will be up from Thursday 30 April until Sat 2 May (race day). Please do not tamper or remove any signage during this time, all markers will be removed by the race sweepers👌 Many thanks!

Mountain Challenge Series

Just 2 weeks to go – and entries for the Jonkershoek Mountain Challenge are filling up! 😎

If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your moment. With four unforgettable distances through the rugged beauty of Jonkershoek Valley, there’s a challenge waiting for you – but spots are limited, especially for the popular 21km route.

Take on steep, lung-burning climbs, flow through technical single-track, and be rewarded with panoramic views across the valley. 🔥 From forested sections to exposed mountain ridge-lines, every route delivers a true mountain running experience. 🌄

You don’t want to miss out, don’t leave it too late! All the info and link to enter here - https://www.mountainchallenge.co.za/

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Wildrunner Other trail running & related events managed by Wildrunner include the Cape Town Marathon Trail Runs, the Two Oceans Trail Run Series and WWF Earth Hour Adventure.

Lace up and get ready for one of the Western Cape’s most scenic and rewarding trail events — the Jonkershoek Mountain Challenge 2026 in partnership with WWF South Africa is happening on Saturday, 02 May!

Set in the breathtaking Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, this iconic event offers something for every level of trail runner. Choose your challenge: 38km Classic, 21.5km Half, 12.5km Aspire or the 5km Micro

Expect spectacular mountain views, well-marked routes, and a vibrant race-day atmosphere.

📅 Date: Saturday, 02 May 2026
📍 Location: Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, Stellenbosch

ENTER NOW: https://www.mountainchallenge.co.za/



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What a perfect day for racing the 14th edition of JMC! 💥

Join the Whatsapp community to be in the know. 😎

Only a few days to go to the JMC25 this Saturday (17 May)! 🔥We are still looking for a second sweep on the 38km - please drop us a mail at [email protected] if you are keen! 😎

PS entries are closing soon - don't wait! https://wildrunner.howler.co.za/jonkershoekmountainchallenge2025




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UPDATE: We are sorted for the below, thank you all who offered to help! 🤙

HIKING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR LMC:
We are looking for two mountain savy, hiking fit individuals to be our support in the mountains for the Limietberg Mountain Challenge Series this coming Sunday, 27th Oct.

Together with a specialist Field Medic, you will be lifted in by 4x4 to within 2.5km of your ultimate destination deep in the Limietberg Nature Reserve. After this short hike, your role is simply to sit tight and if needed mobilise as a team to a runner in need of assistance in the more remote section of the reserve.

All being well and no-one needs help, and you will more than likely just be spending a few hours in the mountains, drinking coffee and cheering on the 150 runners who are tackling the 38km and 21km races.

While it's an early start from Bain's Kloof Eerste Tol, you should be done by 12. Most importantly you must have the gear to be able to keep warm and dry in the mountains.

If you can help out, please drop us an email to [email protected] or a Whatsapp to 072 438 3242

Thank you in advance🙏