South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Date
Sat, 23 Oct 2027
Start 06:00
Verified
2027
Trail
Cape Cobra Trail Marathon
Organised by Cape Cobra Trail
Verified 5 Nov 2026 · Last updated 11 Nov 2026
42.2km Trail
33.9km Trail
23.1km Trail
11.3km Trail
Verified 5d ago — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2027 Cape Cobra Trail Marathon takes place on Saturday, 23 October 2027, from 06:00, at The Den in Cape Town, Western Cape. Distances are 42.2km, 33.9km, 23.1km and 11.3km. Online entries are open. Details for this event have been verified by RunningCalendar.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
23 Oct 2027
| Distance | Entry Fee | Type | Start | Cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.2km Trail Run | ZAR 1,985 | Trail | 06:00 | 17:00 |
| 33.9km Trail Run | ZAR 1,665 | Trail | 06:30 | 17:00 |
| 23.1km Trail Run | ZAR 1,450 | Trail | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| 11.3km Trail Run | ZAR 695 | Trail | 08:00 | 11:00 |
Merchandise
T-Shirt
Starter's tee - Limited-edition technical trail tee
Free with entry
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Online entries
Entries via RacePass
1,250 places across four distances. Enter in your window to be sure of yours.
One entry per checkout.
RacePass shows the 2027 price until you add your code at checkout.
No deferrals to future events.
Photos and video: by entering, you agree they may be used in race reports, social media and marketing.
Refunds
50% refund on cancellations in writing up to Thursday 9 September 2027. No refunds after 9 September 2027.
Entry Limit
1,250 places across four distances.
Substitutions
Substitutions until Sunday 19 September 2027, small admin fee
Number collection
Collection venues, dates and times.
If someone collects for you, they show a screenshot of your confirmation of entry email.
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Handouts
A finisher medal you earn on the line
Medical
Call the VOC (Brandon) on 083 643 2087 first, for any emergency or problem on the day: he coordinates the response and sends the medics. If you can't get through: Taurus Medical on 072 388 0440.
Parking
Park across the road from the finish and ride to your start.
Refreshments
Bananas and oranges, banana loaf, peanut butter sarmies, Marmite sarmies, Lay's lightly salted chips, biltong and droëwors available at every full aid station.
Showers
Showers
Timing
Electronic chip timing.
Toilets
Toilets
Water Points
Water and Coke available at every full aid station; carry 1 litre of water between them.
Refunds
50% refund on cancellations in writing up to Thursday 9 September 2027. No refunds after 9 September 2027.
Entry Limit
1,250 places across four distances.
Substitutions
Substitutions until Sunday 19 September 2027, small admin fee
Route maps & elevation
Route maps and elevation profiles.
42.2km Trail Run
33.9km Trail Run
23.1km Trail Run
11.3km Trail Run
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
The Den, Constantia Uitsig
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Entries are open.
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Organiser
Race Office
Taurus Medical
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Accommodation
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