Overview

About this event

The 2026 Hout Bay Twin Peaks will take place Saturday, 3 October 2026 from 05:00, at Dunes Beach Restaurant & Bar in Hout Bay, Western Cape, South Africa. Distances include a 42km, 30km and 16km races.

Beautiful scenery, adventurous trails, strong coffee, cold beer and great vibes!

Races

Distances & fees

Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.

Saturday 3 Oct 2026

Distance	Entry Fee	Type	Start	Cut-off
42km Trail Run	ZAR 1,600	Trail	05:00	—
30km Trail Run	ZAR 1,200	Trail	06:00	—
16km Trail Run	ZAR 650	Trail	07:00	—

Entry

How to enter

Information on how to enter this event.

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On the day

Race Day Information

Practical information for race day.

Start Dunes Beach Restaurant & Bar, Hout Bay Click for directions

Water Points

Watertable on route

Medical

Medical support stationed on route and at the finish.

Timing

Electronic chip timing for all distances.

Compulsory KIT :

1. Charged Cell Phone

2. Waterproof jacket

3. Food = energy bars, sandwich, fruit, nuts, chocolate

4. Hydration – Minimum 1 litre to start race!

5. Space Blanket, headlamp, whistle

6. GPS device or ALL Trails App ( The ALL Trails link will be shared)

7. Reusable cup

Where

Location

Where the event starts and how to get there.

Dunes Beach Restaurant & Bar

1 Beach Cres

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Contact

Contact the organiser

Organiser

Melanie

[email protected] +27842873766

Melanie

[email protected] +27842873766

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Train

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